Dave Meyer
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Pam R.
Duplex Purchase - should I pull the plug on the deal?
We've been looking for another duplex for a year, and haven't found one that works for us. We finally found one, are in contract, and received some new info today that has me ready to pull the plug. Would like some ad...
Brendan M.
3 Steps to Make Maximum Cash at Closing Using Your VA Loan
You probably know you can use your VA loan benefits to close on up to 4 units for 0% down. But did you know that the VA allows you to actually walk away from closing with a check in hand to pay down any existing debt ...
Luis Barberi
Small apartment high vacancy
Hi all,
I am considering a deal for a 26 unit small apartment unit in a small town in not where I live. The pro forma numbers look very good but they have about 8 units that are not being rented. Currently it does ...
Axel Norvell
What is your buying criteria for cash-flowing rentals in Houston?
I'm looking to buy cash-flowing rentals in the Houston area, and I'd love to hear what target numbers and buying criteria others in this area are shooting for when deciding to purchase a rental.For example:- Rent shou...
Paolo Ruggieri
VBRO in difficult areas
All, I am considering buying 20 units apartment. It is in a tough area, very close to downtown Atlanta (2 miles) very close to a gentrifying area (0.5 miles). Reason why City of Atlanta is investing lot of money in a ...
Jin Kim
berkeley rent control
One of agents emailed me a deal today. It's a 6 unit property in Berkeley. All 2 bed 1 bath. 4 of them pay $600 per month which is only about 30% of the market rate. Is this deal something we should avoid? This is som...
DL Martin
"Seasoning", 70% pp, 80% ARV, and Cash Out.
I have some questions pertaining to "seasoning" and the viability of my "buy and hold" plan.
I have researched the forums extensively, reading everything that I can find on "seasoning", especially as it rela...
Ingrid Nagy
Anyone ever heard of a "short sale company"?
Hi, I am considering putting an offer in on a home in FL that is listed for $120K as a short sale. The property was previously listed for $160K with no bites. In reviewing the tax and owners records no Lis Pendens a...
Cody C.
How much is reasonable for a coach?
Is 8000 too much for a coach? One who says their plan is to get you away from your day job within a year, and be making money in REI in about 30-60 days? He seems pretty knowledgeable, seems legit on his success, and ...