Kelley B.
Found another reason folks don't like condos
Two days before closing my lender advises that neither FNMA nor FMMC would buy my loan. Only financing 70% of appraised value. 81 of the 86 units are non owner-occupied so they didn't want it. Non-warrantable.Of cours...
Joseph F.
What are the annual expenses of being your own agent?
I am considering getting my real estate license. I plan to buy several properties this year and I am assuming that I will be able to get +/_ 3% of the commission by having my own license.
What expenses will ...
Elin Trinh
Questions about Leasehold Properties on Oahu
Hi! I am interested in buying a leasehold property on Oahu as an investment property. I have a have some questions:What fees are there when purchasing a leasehold property other than the purchase price?How do you ru...
Chris Villegas
Hoping for Experienced Advice on Turning Over Tenants
Hello all,
Im hoping to get some thoughts from some experienced Landlords on your processes for turning over tenants. I am managing and maintaining 10 units currently and have been for a little over a year so I am st...
Jerry Zhang
How is Seller Protected if they are in 2nd position?
Hi,
If I buy a apartment doing a seller carry back, how do I explain to the seller how they are protected if they carry a 2nd position note subordinate to the bank?
The example scenario would be if I bought a $1M pr...
Nemi W.
Real Estate Agent or Investor?
For Realtors/Agents who are investing: If you make an offer on a home from the MLS, do you always represent yourself (write the contract, submit it, keep the commission, etc.) or do you enlist the selling agent as yo...
Kayley Brumagin
Buying my first property
I've been listening to the BiggerPockets podcasts and I must say, I'm addicted. I currently live in a condo in Scottsdale, AZ my parents own that are letting me rent it out from them. I've been looking for my first p...
Dareen Allie
Investing in Condo in Arizona
How do you guys feel about investing in condos and townhomes in Arizona. I’ve heard at any time they can refuse to allow renting, which is a bummer.
Byron Umana
Your First Airbnb: Do’s and Don’t
Starting your first Airbnb? Here are a few do’s and don’ts that saved me time and headaches:✅ Do invest in professional photos.❌ Don’t ignore guest communication—automate it!✅ Do research your local market before sett...
Robert Shoffner
Door Hanger Campaign
I am looking to launch a door hanger campaign in several target neighborhoods to pick up a few deals (hopefully). Has anyone ever run door hanger campaigns before and if so how did they go? I am looking at starting ...