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I want to begin building a buy and hold investment portfolio. I was planning to leave my current full time job, relocate to Michigan, and work part time in a family business. I was planning to supplement my income wit...
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Although we are in uncertain times, it seems the investment business is staying strong. What have you experienced recently that has been a positive outcome during this challenge?
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Hi BP,
I ran across an article on FHA 3% down loans and some of the information had me second guessing them as a viable option for financing. This part in particular:
The cost of getting an FHA loan
F...
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I have a private lender willing to lend up to 75% on properties of any size. How do i fund these down payments? If the owner is willing to finance 25%, does that make sense because both companies are using the same bu...
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Hello!We are in the process of screening new tenants for our rental property. I am beginning to wonder if there are renters out there who do NOT have things in collections?? To me, having accounts in collections shows...
Im a virgin landlord looking to buy my first rental and was hoping to get some feedback on my analysis before I make and offer. Iv over estimated the expenses that I have verified and under estimated the rents. Bu...
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I am looking to purchase my first investment property and was hoping for some insight or direction! Quick facts: Looking for a home in the range of 50-70k Down payment- 20-25%Credit - 770 I went through Quicken Loans ...
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At this very moment i'm speaking to a broker about a 33 unit apt. that the seller is selling and is talking to me about doing a mortgage wrap. Heres where we at so far:__________________________________33unit apt.3 bl...
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Hey Everyone!I wanted to start a discussion and get feedback from the Bigger Pockets community on what everyone is using for Tenant Screening. I know there are some Property Management Software out there that have th...
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Hello BPI'm happy to announce that I just acquired door number 4. I've gone from 0 to 4 in the last 7 months and I have BP to thank for inspiring and educating me along the way. The latest asset is an even better st...