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Hello all!First time poster here. I moved here about year ago from Boston for work and I am hoping to hack my way into an owner occupied multifamily at some point this year. This would be my first home purchase as I a...
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Hey BiggerPockets! I am brand new to this as well as real estate in general. I am still reading the UBG but I wanted to get myself out there and meet some of you knowledgable people! I live in Lake Charles, Louisiana ...
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My partner and I are attempting to purchase our first investment! We are qualified for a conventional loan but were offered seller financing and would appreciate some independent input from the community.Conventional ...
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Hey BP!
Anyone care to share their experience/wisdom with using a 10/6 ARM to finance their property? Seems pretty attractive if we are talking about a 10 year fixed rate that's about 1% lower than the current conven...
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If I want to continue to live in my primary residence AND now rent out a portion of it to a renter, am I able to do so? Would I have to inform the lender? Can I then treat my property as an investment/income propert...
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Hi,I just joined the site and hope to be a productive member.What I am looking for is if someone might be able to point me in the right direction. I would like to get into spec building of homes and need to know where...
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BP,I've sent out some direct mailers and hope to find a duplex to purchase to househack, but have a question. Once I find someone who is willing to sell, and we agree on a price, what should my next steps be? Should I...
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I'm looking for Investors in Wilmington, NC. I have a buddy seeking some advice but I'm not too familiar with that area. Thanks in advance
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I am finding that a good amount of people I am dealing with on Bigger Pockets are scammers. Not sure if this is a common occurence for most or just me because I am new to BP and new to the area I live although not n...
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Hello All,
I have recently purchased a 4 bedroom house and I am beginning my search for tenants. I am curious about running background and credit checks on potential renters. What is the best way to do this? Any tips...