Karen Jou
Self-employed (CA) seeks mortgage loan for investment property
Hi there,I am currently self-employed almost 8 mos now which presents some problems in qualifying for a mortgage loan. I have the down payment. I have a property manager who has managed my other home for 5 years now. ...
Millie Gargurevich
Any veterans or active duty members out there?
What are your thoughts on using a VA loan for investment properties? of course, I know I'd have to live in the property for at least a year or two, but I am wondering if the VA fee is worth it, and if others have had ...
James Piercy
Minimum multi-family downpayment % through traditional lender
Hello Everyone,I recently purchased my first duplex in Austin, Texas for $435k with 25% down. I started my search over 8 months ago in Austin but with the competitive market it took many offers to close one. When I ...
Jay J.
Creating business (LLC) credit & renting from yourself
ok, I'm not sure what other (sub)forum this would go in, but I guess it could be an innovative strategy, so here goes my basic idea.1. I have a house worth $140k, I owe $100k. 2. I have an LLC with nothing (no credit ...
Dieudonne T.
About to meet a banker for FHA loan any advice?
Hi am a newbie at RI, taking my first action by visit a banker. any advice on what to ask? thinks to look out for? would be great, I’ve listened to some podcasts and reading the book on real estate investing which le...
Laurie Slate
Buy and Hold in Bakersfield
Investment Info:
Single-family residence buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $165,000
Cash invested: $15,000
My most recent investment is a single-family home I purchased a few blocks away fro...
Troy Biggham
Full Reno in Lily ponds DC
Investment Info:
Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment in Washington.
Purchase price: $1,000,000
Cash invested: $250,000
What made you interested in investing in this type o...
Mike Demmitt
Honolulu Mortgage Lenders
My wife and I are starting a search to buy a condo downtown Honolulu. I'd like to get people's recommendations on local conventional residential lenders. Who have you worked with in the past that was responsive and ...
Michael Schneider
Real Estate Search Engine Marketing
I'm interested to discuss some of the marketing ideas other Real Estate Professionals and Enthusiast use as it relates to Search Engine Marketing, Putting Your Website on Page 1 of the SERPS in your Market, Whether yo...
Phil Sabella
Pyramid up to bigger real estate
Hi Everyone! I am actively searching for my first multi family property here in the suburban Philadelphia, PA area. I am 24 and new to the investment game. What I would like to do is to get FHA and live in one of the ...