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I’m interested in learning as much as I can in real estate and I believe that comes from learning about others experiences and their journeys as well. If anyone is interested in the Los Angeles area maybe we can do a ...
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Hi BP!Yesterday, I got a default judgment on a 2-count eviction (for nonpayment AND for a confrontation with the property manager involving the police). Today, I found out that they filed for bankruptcy protection. My...
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BP's, I am looking into getting a HELOC on my primary residence and I was wondering if it will effect my DTI ratio when I go and apply for a conventional or commercial loan in the near future? For instance: If I get a...
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Is there already a group for members to join and meet ? or we set up one from a small scale. We can create an email/Facebook group and talk regularly. We can meet at Starbucks at Hackensack or other towns , to shar...
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I am getting pulled in all kinds of directions with really knowing if I can purchase a 4 unit as my primary residence with a FHA loan and be able to use the rental income as part of my DTI? Has anyone done this recent...
I have a beautiful home, in a wonderful neighborhood that I need to sell quickly. I am moving at the end of the month and after 4 weeks of my house being on the market I have no offers. I am looking for a business t...
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I currently rent myself but will be looking into my first investment property due lenders count current rent as a debt to income ration for loans?
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I've debating in my mind if I should consider the mortgage payment in my expenses when determining profitability. Only the interest is truly an expense but a mortgage payment certainly impacts cash flow. How do you de...
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Hello BPWe are in Phase 1 of acquisitions for our buy and hold strategy. Our plan in Phase 1 is to acquire 1-3 inexpensive SFH avg >100k for cash, that cash flow. Not having to incur closing costs really helps to b...
My husband and I are currently renting, but want to eventually buy a house. As our savings increase we start talking about how we want to get in the the real estate market. Buying /selling . Would buying a house, stag...