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MD resident: House hack w/ kids vs. two mortgages vs. pay debt?
Hi, I'm a new medical resident currently completing a residency. I've been interested in real estate investing for a long time but haven't had the time to do it secondary to my medical training. Now that I'm a newly m...
Alex R.
Financing with a short sale on your credit
Hello BP,I am interested in purchasing a duplex in Miami. My situation is as follows:My previous deals have been all cash but now I would like to finance my next deal.I have a short sale that closed early 2012. My cre...
Mike Collier
Are Condos a Good Investment Decision?
A close relative currently lives in one of my investment properties but is looking to move in a month or so to be closer to her new job. Her credit isn't in a position to allow her to buy or even rent an apartment wi...
Scott Marki
Getting started in real estate
We recently sold our condo and while looking for a new place moved in with my folks. I am just getting started and am looking to purchase my first property this year. I would like to get a duplex and house hack for a ...
Sarah Miller
Should I take this deal?
I got a lead on a duplex. There is only one good comp in the area at $260K (sold 12/15), other comps are at $165-180K but they are condos w/o garages. Seller is willing to sell at $185K. I believe repairs to be abo...
Fay Chen
To Rent Or To Buy?
Dear BP family, I have a difficult decision to make and would like your opinion.Decision: I'm looking to move to Pasadena, CA in June. Should I buy or should I rent?Background:I love Pasadena! I regretted moving away ...
David J Mahon
Door between units in duplex?
Newer duplex and there is a door connecting the units (dual locked) much like a hotel room. Should I keep or wall off? If I do wall off I add a closet for the smaller unit.
Tim Klotz
What is a commercial property, in regards to financing?
Hello all, I have been reading here a while now, this is my first post. I am currently trying to buy the property I live in currently. It is a duplex with two mobile home lots also on the lot, I have worked out the is...
Conner Olsen
Closing Costs Covered on House Hack
Bank of America is offering some big incentives right now for owner occupant purchasers in low to moderate income areas. (I assume this is nationwide). They are offering $17,500 in a closing cost grant to cover your c...
Brian Bartelsmeyer
House Hacking in San Diego
Hi All -
I am new to real estate investing but am looking to get started with buying a duplex that I can live in and rent the other side out. I realize its not going to completely offset living costs but I would li...