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Hello BP community!I am a newer investor with a small portfolio of 1 rental property and looking to expand into buying a duplex by utilizing my VA loan again. Obviously the market is super hot right now and finding a ...
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Hello all,I'm stuck between doing a cash out refinance or HELOC on my current VA loan. I am trying to take advantage of the low interest rates at the moment. I am wondering is it possible to do a refinance and then do...
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Hi Everyone, I am looking for any helpful information on hiring a virtual assistant. I am starting to do some lead generation for some investors, and I want to get setup with a VA, but not real familiar with the pro...
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Hello BP People! I know that this topic has been beat to death already and that the general consensus is to house hack before buying, however, my situation is a little unique and I would appreciate some input from the...
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Here’s a strategy that I haven’t seen many (if anyone) talk about and I’m curious to see how the BP family would do it. Below are the benefits (I know of) that I can use:Please let me know if I’m missing anything. 4% ...
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Hello everyone,I purchased my first property in 2012 in Clovis, NM. (Cannon AFB) For four years I had two roommates whose rent payments funded 95% of my mortgage.In 2016 I PCS'd to Florida and I've had my house rented...
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Background:
Currently FHA financed on a SFH where I live. Bought for $125k, remaining balance $60k, appraisal should be $175k. Currently pre-approved through the VA for $400k but lender said $500k is an easy reach. I...
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If you have owned your home since 2020 there is a great chance your home has appreciated enough in value to get your monthly PMI payment removed. This will easily save you 2-5k/year.
Getting rid of Private Mortgag...
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Hey guys! Super happy to report: the loan on my first duplex just funded and I'm expecting to pick up the keys tomorrow evening. Paid $700,000 for a duplex: 3 bed/1 bath upstairs and 1 bed/1 bath downstairs in the Nor...
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Welcome to my series on purchasing a home and using your VA Benefits.I am George Freelove a Marine Veterans and real estate professional / consultant.I have over 40 years of experience in the home building, mortgage a...