Kenneth Garrett
How I Learned The RE Game
When I started it was 2012 and investors were buying properties on the MLS for $60,000 and at auctions $30K-40K. I studied flippers buy properties for $60,000 rehab them and put them back on the market 3-6 months lat...
Sam Casper
ADU - Building a 2 Bedroom versus 1?
I have a detached and permitted ADU (400 SF) which currently is a Studio. I am looking to expand as I have an additional 475 SF of space which is devoted to the garage portion. My debate is the following:1) Convert t...
Ibrahim Yamini
Should I stay in the military a few more years to invest?
Hello everyone! This is my first time using biggerpockets.com's website and I've found the information on YouTube extremely helpful.I will hit 20 years in the Air Force in January but I've extended until June of 2021...
Chris K.
No qualify for mortgage-pay cash then refi?
If someone is not able to qualify for a mortgage, can they pay cash then refi? Or are refi requirements the same as for a conventional loan?
Fernando Fernandez
Help Understanding Roof Inspection
Hi Everyone,I'm located in San Antonio, TX and I'm in the process of buying my first house which will also by my first house hacking attempt. I plan on renting the two additional rooms in the house. I am currently in ...
Jamal Adams
My first tenant occupied property
My 3rd property, first tenant occupied property. It's located on the Westside of Detroit. Purchased for $30,000 and financed for $24,000. I partnered with Dar Mayweather. We put up $9,276.52 at closing (including clos...
Susan M. Mendrysa
Loan Rates, Points and $ to Close
Hello. We are sorting our which 30-yr fix loan rate to lock into for a SFH rental. I was curious as to whether folks usually go for the loan with the lowest rate or lowest amount of money to bring to closing. Here ...
Mike Springer
best way to structure owner finance deal?
I am looking to sell a house in Texas owner financing. I owe about 475K at 4%, my P&I is about $2300. I'm trying to sell for 200K down and do a wrap around owner financed 800K note at 6.9% for 30 years so the P...
Prashant Prahlad
Florida: Flood insurance for rental property
I’m trying to get a mortgage on a rental property in St. Petersburg Florida, which is a relatively safe area (from flooding perspective). The quotes I’m getting from 2-3 providers is astronomical. For a 200k house, t...
Austin Patrick Zollner
General Area Looking Kind of Question
I am a teacher looking to purchase my first home and I plan to live in it and rent out the other bedrooms. There are mainly two distinct areas here in Fargo, ND.
1. North Fargo: Old homes, typically ramblers. Near N...