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This is more of a rant and personal opinion to hear what others in the know think. Yes, I get inflation has been out of control, but what is the real cause of our current inflationary trend. The Federal Reserve has de...
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OK, so here it is. I recently came across a 5 unit property for sale, a tri-plex and duplex being sold together on the same lot. 1st question, in terms of conventional financing could I consider the buildings seperate...
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Hi All, I had an idea recently to essentially pay 0 costs out of pocket for a home. Please tell me if I'm crazy for even thinking of using this method instead of just going with a 5% down 0 point 2.75% 30 year convent...
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An old home built in 1925, with abestos siding is for sale in a developing area outside of Charlotte, NC for $70,000. This home is on 8.4 acres and only a 30 minute drive to Charlotte (45-60 with traffic). The highwa...
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I am looking to purchase a multi-family home with 3 partners (we plan this to be the first of many). We are educating ourselves and raising capital at the moment.
My biggest question is what % down we should be expe...
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So I've found an apartment building I like and makes money from day one. Only problem is that this is my first one so banks are very nervous. Only true mortgage offer wanted 65/35 LTV which puts my downpayment at a ...
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After hearing a recommendation on BP podcast for the book "How to make Big Money in Small Apartments". Besides the slightly guru nature of it, I liked it. However, I'm kind of insatiable on the topic.
I'd love for m...
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We just closed our second deal in the past 30 days, and for me, my portfolio or success, would not have been possible without an amazing partner.The reason for my post is that I've learned that real estate, especially...
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If you saw the news this morning JOBs report is not as good as anticipated.I dont know about other parts of the country but when I went to a Panda Express to buy MIss Lori some lunch big poster for hiring15.50 an hour...
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Hi all, Let me know if I’m seeing this right. Interest only mortgages look attractive, they can boost your cash flow way up for your rental. But essentially it’s just you getting your principal pay down in cash monthl...