Ross Ellington
Is the VA loan good for investing?
Good evening everyone, I was wondering if any of you had experience/advice on using the VA loan for investing in a duplex? Or anything else related to the VA loan. Any comments would be greatly appreciated! Thank you ...
Daniel Miller
question about utility handling
I am getting ready to rent out my first house (it's my dad's house, he's in a dementia facility now). One basic question that I have: what, exactly happens with the utility bills once a renter moves in; do I change t...
Stacey Everett
Looking for advice on owner-finance deal
Unique situation. Our company has completed a fix and flip, found a retail buyer, have agreed to a sales price, and have a contract. Buyer is ready to move in as soon as they are financed. They wanted to go FHA but ca...
Petronella Kerssens
Advice needed on purchasing multiple properties in Florida as European investors
We are seeking advice and guidance as we embark on our journey to invest in real estate in Florida. Our goal is to purchase a new construction home as our first investment, with plans to acquire four more properties i...
Akeim Fin
Getting past Underwriting!! Second home is easier they said :/
So I bought my first home (duplex) using a VA home loan a few months ago. Everything went well and now I’m ready to buy my second home (triplex) but there’s a problem, Underwriting!!I am being told by numerous lenders...
Tyron McDaniel
Before and After Bungalow Rehab - Houston
A while ago I posted when we purchased this house so I thought it would be good to do an update here in the Deal Diaries forum. This house was purchased for lot value (I LOVE THOSE btw) for $60k. A few months and abou...
Greg Christensen
Newbie: I've been told it can't be done, but I'm going to do it anyway.....
I currently live outside the US, but am determined to start building my real estate portfolio while abroad. I have purchased two properties in AZ site unseen via a good broker and property manager but not hitting any...
Jared Campbell
My Condo HOA is threatening legal action against me
Summary: I didn't get approval for the installation of new laminate floors and now the board/HOA won't approve my flooring request even though the padding I have is much quieter than what they require. Now they're fin...
Kevin Leahy
From D.C. starter condo to Airbnb to corporate rental
Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Washington. Purchase price: $348,000.Cozy 1-BR condo with patio in the heart of Adams Morgan. I lived there myself for 4 years, then moved out and c...
Olivier Mader
One of my better deals... Great Rental
In 2012, on the bottom of the housing crisis, I bought several properties. One of my best deals to date was a super cheap house in Davenport/FL, near Orlando and Disney.. It's a popular commuter area for Orlando. The ...