Alixander Laffredo-Dietrich
Buyisng my first property post layoff
TL;DR - I am brand new to real estate and am weighing options on buying my first property that I can use to set me up to buy a full rental property in the future. However, I'm thinking how to navigate a less-than-idea...
Fausto Carosella
Seven Day Notice to Cure??--Item not in Lease
Hey All,Looking for opinions here. I purchased a duplex a few months back. In one unit I inherited two adults with three small children all under 3 yrs old. They are fine with payments, but the lease agreement that wa...
Ben Hunt
How strict is the FHA Self Sufficiency test?
I'm looking at buying in an off market 4-Plex in Austin Texas using FHA financing where passing the self sufficiency test is iffy.In my calculations, 75% of the total rent covers approximately 100% of the PITI. Howeve...
Michael Geraci
New Member from New York City
Hello Bigger Pockets! My name is Michael Geraci and I am a full time mechanical engineer in Manhattan, looking to get into real estate. Specifically, I want to begin investing in rental properties to build passive inc...
Jennie Berger
Easy Permits in Chicago | Rough Inspections Required? Or not?
I'll admit, I'm totally confused about easy permits and the required inspections. It was our understanding, per 2 different professionals (an architect & licensed GC), that we do NOT need rough inspections when do...
Tina Nichols
For sale by owner vs buyer with realtor.
I am selling my home by owner. My question: if a buyer has a contract with a realtor and we go to closing, am I, still responsible for the realtor fees? Even though I have no contract with a realtor?
Andy Chen
Steps for dividing the lot with properties
Hi all, can someone give me some guidance on splitting the lot. I have attached a conceptual diagram for reference.I am adding a new detached structure to a lot with existing structure in the front. (Still in the perm...
Account Closed
Advise me on my 1st investment! Lots of cash, what to do with it?
Hi all! I've been educating myself through audiobooks, podcasts, the forums, and webinars and I think I'm finally ready to get started! Just not quite sure where to begin..About me:
794 credit score$150k liquid asset...
Mike Miller
Any Cloud Brokerages that Do Not Require You to Join a MLS?
I got my license to write my own offers on my own rental properties I buy. I have no intention to represent sellers or buyers, or ever list a property. No need for the MLS. Including the cloud brokers like REAL and E...
Christian Brown
Who Is A Worthy Wholesaling Mentor For Beginners?
Hey guys. Im a brand new, I mean brand new aspiring wholesaler. I read and watch a lot on the subject and feel like I learn quite a bit but I know that a mentor would be super beneficial. Ive heard some good things ab...