So my lender did a pre approval on me about 4 times and I confirmed with them several times that I would be able to get a loan on a non-owner occupied duplex. Fast forward to 2 weeks before closing (yesterday), my len...

BLUF: it's okay to use USAA if you are going to house hack as a method of scaling your real estate investment business...I would recommend finding a lender that understands your need beyond the normal consumer level s...

Does anyone know if there is a loan that can be obtained that does 5% down on an investment property?
I am looking at a duplex for $180k. I don't have the 20% down. This would be my first investment property.
I am i...

Is anyone familiar with Credit Counciling Progams? I've never used one before b/c i've had good credit for many years and have kept my CC balances at a minimal. I've now bought my third property (Cash). Lines of ...

I'm curious about your property management approach. Do you handle it yourself or hire a property manager?

Self-Management:
Pros: Saves money, offers control, and builds tenant relationships.Cons: Time-consuming, ...

My husband and I are looking to purchase a STR with a vacation home loan. We do plan to occupy it ourselves for the 14 day/10% of rentable days requirement. I've spoken to a few lenders and while I understand the guid...

It is my belief that in the next few years a nationwide multipurpose real estate website will evolve to become a major player in real estate sales. At first augmenting, but eventually displacing local Multiple List...

Tax Lien Certificate is past the redemption period ... How to Foreclose?I'm not sure of a few things. Does the tenant still live there? Are there any other liens on the home such as a mortgage or IRS liens? How do I f...

Looking for some suggestions on how I can best utilize my money in this situation.Current House:  Appraised at $141,000 in October of 2014 (Purchased for $122,000 in 2010) - Currently owe approximately $98,000 on the ...

Economic Update(Monday, February 22, 2021)
The minutes from the Federal Open Market Committee’s Jan. 26-27 meeting, released last week (after their customary three-week delay), show that members of the Committee ...