All Forum Posts by: John Chong
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Post: Attempting to refi out of a 3.5fha at 6months

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Don't see much value add for solar panels. Landscaping doesn't add value either. It will help the appraiser know that the property has been taken care of but not a value add. Most of the value add will be in the interior.
Post: Lien Waiver Signing

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When the work is complete and they've been paid in full. A lien waiver is similar to a receipt and can prevent a mechanic's lien from being filed.
Post: Removing PMI Before HELOC is Put On Property

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You'll want to reach out and check. They'll for sure need a new appraisal to verify the ARV.
Post: Got a quote for maintenance work, am I being overcharged?

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Doesn't seem unreasonable if you're OOS. They're a referral from a trusted local contact and have good reviews. I'm sure you'll be able to find it for less but will the quality of work be the same? You might waste more time and money trying to save a few hundred dollars. You can focus that time and energy on finding another property and growing your portfolio.
Post: BPCON 2023 - Whose going??

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@Devon Shaw Our team will be out there! Would love to connect
Post: Who else is going to BP Con? Looking to network before the event?

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Flying in on Saturday, would love to connect with everyone
Post: Looking to meet new people at BPCON this year!!

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@Craig Curelop Would love to connect with you at BPCON
Post: Who is going to the Bigger Pockets conference with in Orlando, Florida?? :))

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I'll be there too! Would love to connect with everyone there
@Daniel Hawthorne I'm also going to BPCON, would love to connect. If you download the Cvent app, there's an attendee list that you can connect with everyone that's going
Post: Need advice on a new purchase.

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@Andrew Parsons Is the new development/build in a community? Would need to know more about the area and the superstition to help