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Vincenzo Lomaestro Feeling Stuck as a First-Time Investor (SF-based, $90k down, cash-flow focused) — loo
5 February 2026 | 17 replies
Is the right move to:Keep making low but realistic offers and expect many rejections?
Ana Franchi Best places to buy a rental property in 2026
11 February 2026 | 23 replies
Same for 2-years of job/income stability.Tenant Default: 10-20% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Section 8: Class C rents usually meet program requirements, proper screening still recommended.Vacancies: 10-20%, depending on market conditions and tenant screening.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Should cashflow immediately, at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.Class D Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores under 560, little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, but should have no convictions/evictions in last 12 months.
Doug Smith 5 Mistakes Rookie Lenders Made that Experienced Lenders Don't
23 February 2026 | 12 replies
I wasn't given an underwriting limit by my first bank for about 18 months and, even then, I had to go through a very rigorous formal credit training program under the tutelage of a very experienced credit person.
Vivian Key Anyone try Fairly.com?
15 February 2026 | 21 replies
Yes, all Fairly properties are listed on VRBO & Airbnb.From a homeowner’s perspective, Fairly’s offering is comparable to traditional full-service managers; the main difference is that we rely on local, independent caretakers for caring for homes, guests, and homeowners.
Ozan Somunkiranoglu Sec8 around Detroit area
4 February 2026 | 2 replies
I’ve reviewed the Fair Market Rents listed on HUDUser.gov and was wondering whether the rent amounts shown by ZIP code reflect the actual payments landlords typically receive through the Section 8 program, or if they’re just guidelines.Based on my research, Detroit, MI seems like a solid market to get started due to demand and affordability.
Jacob Quintero Wholesaling in Texas?
3 February 2026 | 6 replies
A good assignment contract specifically for Texas laws, what to ask for in a contract from the seller's agent if doing Direct-To-Agent wholesaling, what specific Texas laws do I have to watch out for).Does anyone know of anyone offering mentorship (that isn't a genuine scam/*guru*) or a place to find other wholesalers in Texas (preferably San Antonio). 
Gp G. Business Line of Credit for Down Payment of the investment rental property
13 February 2026 | 6 replies
Can i use these funds as down payment to purchase new rental investment property using conventional or DSCR or any other kind of creative loan program?
Joey Wilson Open door capital scam???
21 February 2026 | 139 replies
1]  If you have any ability with a AI program, upload the Operating Agreement and find out if what they are doing is permitted.  
Daniel Baran Connect with Section 8 Investors?
4 February 2026 | 6 replies
It is a strategy that I've done with my wife 9 times in 8 years, so it is very powerful and you can live for reduced cost and sometimes for free if you do it correctly, and that's my favorite part of it.Regarding the Section 8 question, I'm very familiar with Section 8 since I've down it on about 8 units total in my 20 unit portfolio in Denver, Aurora and Englewood, so I've worked with all the housing authorities and understand the program very well. 
Yewhna Tefery Newbie looking to be a first time home buyer in NYC
29 January 2026 | 8 replies
My plan is to take advantage of the NYC First-Time Homebuyer Program and SONYMA, and I’ve decided that home-hacking is the best strategy for me.I’ve been looking at properties in Upper Manhattan — particularly Harlem and Washington Heights — as well as parts of Brooklyn, but prices are very high.