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Most real estate investors spend a lot of time looking for creative ways to increase the income they receive on their rental properties.  While there are some obvious ways to increase the value of a property, like adding an extra room or upgrading the kitchen and bathrooms, there are also many ways to maximize yourRead more

Saving for a down payment can be a big obstacle for many prospective home buyers. There are ways to buy a house with no money down. With the right preparation, it is possible to find an option that you can qualify for.   Ways to Buy A House with No Money Down You can applyRead more

Buying a home will likely be the largest purchase you make in your life. Most homebuyers will need a down payment anywhere between 3%-20% of the cost of the home to get approved for a mortgage. In addition to saving money for your down payment, you’ll also need extra cash for emergencies, maintenance, repairs, andRead more

Let’s start with the basics: What is an FHA loan and what are the FHA loan requirements? These are loans that are administrated and insured by the Federal Housing Administration. Loans can be acquired with deposits as low as 3.5% and a lower credit score, 580. I do want to mention that it is possibleRead more

Buying your first home can be overwhelming and daunting. Between the deposits, interest rates, and fees, the initial cost can be prohibitive for anyone in the low or moderate-income bracket. Working with Fannie Mae to get a HomeReady mortgage loan can help anyone buy or refinance their home in no time. Definition A HomeReady MortgageRead more

You’re starting in real estate investing and working through how a loan can work through a traditional institution for your little house flipping project is too much. But the project is going to cost too much to pay it all out-of-pocket. Utilizing a private equity loan can hit the sweet spot. Not to mention giveRead more

Real estate is a great investment but getting into the properties game can be hard. Finding the right way to finance your investment properties can seem overwhelming at first however, no matter your situation there’s a great financing solution available for you. Traditional mortgage loan Every property and property owner is different and a traditionalRead more

When Seychelle VanPoole of a top-selling real estate team in Dallas, TX, first got involved in real estate investing, she and her new husband tried a unique tactic to purchase their first flippable house: They registered for everything they possibly could for their wedding, made a spreadsheet of every gift they received, wrote thank-you notes, and then returnedRead more

Learn strategies for saving a down payment, applying for a mortgage, shopping for a house and more.   Like any big project, a successful homebuying experience is all about getting the details right from start to finish. These tips for first-time home buyers will help you navigate the process, save money and close the deal.Read more