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I would like to pull out some equity from my primary property so I can start investing in real estate, but my house is in need of some renovation. Is it a good idea to take out a Heloc to do the renovation, then refin...
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Hi,
I was wondering if it was a good idea to lend money from a HELOC on your primary residence?
My thinking is if I own my primary residence free and clear, I take out a HELOC and use it to invest in le...
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Hi all,When taking out a cash-out refi and HELOC on the same property, does the order in which you take them out matter? I'd like to get a cash-out refi on my primary residence given mortgage rates continue to be low,...
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Hi All,What is the best use of a HELOC ? or put another way, what shouldn't a HELOC be used for and why. Any thoughts, ( preferably from someone who actually used or is using a HELOC ).
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Looking for suggestions on how to invest in my current situation. I have 2 SFH free and clear, each is roughly valued @ 300k. One is a rental the other is my primary residence. Have a good credit score and am intere...
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Hey BP!I'm flipping a SFH in the Arlington Area of Jacksonville (32207) that I bought for cash. The property isn't going to be able to go on the market until at least mid january, meaning if it sells immediately we wo...
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I have been looking all over BP and cannot find a "HELOC Guide"? I should pick up a book about real estate finance very soon... Any suggestions? I know the Book with no and low money down from BP Might be a go...
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Have a question regarding HELOCS for rental. Turning my primary residence into a rental, currently needs some minor upgrades/repairs. Should I get a HELOC first, then refi? Or should I use credit cards (0% int until 2...
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Are there any rules against using a HELOC as a downpayment for a conventional, Non FHA loan? Or would it be better to use the HELOC as money in the game for a private lender or hard money lender and then refi with a...
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Hello BP Nation,My buddy is trying to pull out some equity from his house and told me that he because he received rental income from renting out his room that it disqualified him from using HELOC. He said he talked wi...