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How do you buy two rentals in one year? I was going to buy a owner occupied duplex with 3.5% down then buy an investment property using 25% down but my DTI ratio would not qualify for both mortgages in the same year u...
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I'm a long time lurker finally getting ready to start making a move and getting that first rental property. Being a NYC resident (originally from Long Island), the price of entry in the area is on the higher end, so I...
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I created a heat map showing the population changes in each state over the past five years (2020–2024).
The states experiencing the largest population increases are Florida, Texas, Utah, Arizona, and South Carolina. ...
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Hi all,
Looking for some advice, please.
I started my STR about six months ago, and it’s been going great. I took on some debt to prep the property and hope to pay it off this summer—our peak season with lots of riv...
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In expensive markets like NJ, Seattle, expensive areas of CA, etc? I suspect the demand curve will shift unfavorably, at least for expensive properties. Cheap properties in the Seattle area around 350K and so may be c...
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I have a few predictions about the economy, and am looking for the strategies of those who have a similar views. I'm not looking to discuss differing views, just if you agree with this view.First, I believe the econom...
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I think there is a pretty easy way to lower prices of housing to some extent.. And that is to do away with Mortgage Broker and have all home loans orignated by the direct lender/ Banks..
I personally bought a home i...
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What's up BP family?!?!? Currently looking at a deal in Houston Texas and am working on an ARV for this property. I'm seeking a little advice, I know how to determine ARV but am a little confused on how to comp out a ...
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My husband and I are owner occupying a 4 plex in San Diego CA. 2 units are rented, one is vacant. We moved in 9/1 and gave all tenants 60 days notice. We received September rent from both units, but thus far only rece...
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I did a lot of direct marketing using the data from Default Research and they stopped their service. Does anyone else know if a service like this in Michigan?