Skip to content
×
Pro Members Get
Full Access!
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
ANNUAL Save 16%
$32.50 /mo
$390 billed annualy
MONTHLY
$39 /mo
billed monthly
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
Private Lending & Conventional Mortgage Advice
All Forum Categories
Followed Discussions
Followed Categories
Followed People
Followed Locations
Market News & Data
General Info
Real Estate Strategies
Landlording & Rental Properties
Real Estate Professionals
Financial, Tax, & Legal
Real Estate Classifieds
Reviews & Feedback

Updated almost 3 years ago on . Most recent reply

User Stats

2
Posts
1
Votes
Xuesong Han
1
Votes |
2
Posts

F1 Student trying to get a Loan for a duplex.

Xuesong Han
Posted

Hello everyone! I am on a student visa (F1) here in the US. I am working as an Engineer with OPT. As I am trying to purchase my first investing real estate property, I ran into some roadblocks. I have saved up 20% down payment on a duplex I am trying to purchase. As I'm rolling along the loan process, all of the lender I talked to rejected my application because of my visa status. Is there any way for me to solve this problem to get a loan for the duplex? Thank you guys very much!! 

Most Popular Reply

User Stats

1,146
Posts
646
Votes
Nick Belsky
  • Residential and Commercial Broker
646
Votes |
1,146
Posts
Nick Belsky
  • Residential and Commercial Broker
Replied

@Xuesong Han

You will qualify as a Foreign National with many lenders.  Conventional and Agency lenders do not allow F1.  

Expect more down payment and higher rates though.  My guys go up to 75LTV and rates on 30yr fixed are in the high 8's, low 9's.

Are you working with a mortgage broker at all?  One can help you find a lender that is a fit for your situation.

Cheers!

business profile image
Belsky Mortgage, LLC
5.0 stars
15 Reviews

Loading replies...