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Updated over 8 years ago on . Most recent reply

How to get a second income home without 20% down?
I am already living in my my own home that I purchased about three months ago and finished the renovations in it.
I have found a property that I am positive I can cashflow $7-750 a month. The issue is that I don't have 20% to put down on the property. I have heard that I could make the property my second home and main residence and then just rent the one I am in but I was under the impression that I would have to live in it for a year.
I suppose I could do that but I have a friend who is a girl that I was hoping to have manage the home. (tenants bills ect. and give her a break on rent) I would rather just have it as an income property and avoid any legality issues.
Are there lenders that will do this type of loan for me? If so, what should I recommend or avoid when attempting to take out this type of loan?
Thank you!
Most Popular Reply

Friends and family may be the only place to find a no money down loan. Be careful. Do your homework and double check all of your numbers backward and forward and use the tools Bigger Pockets provide.
Good luck.
- Lance Hulsey