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Matt Settle Down payment for an investment property
13 January 2026 | 14 replies
@Matt SettleHey Matt, if you’re short on the 20% down, some options to explore include: tapping other lines of credit, partnering with friends or family for a small JV, using a cash-out refinance on another property, or looking at properties that allow lower down payment programs like FHA (for house hacking) or portfolio loans from local banks.
Kate Luna STR Coaches or Courses?
7 January 2026 | 22 replies
He shares good info in his videos and they are free to watch.if you want a cash flowing super property that you'll need to put a lot of money into then you can look into Bill Faeth's program or info. 
Ken M. What A Pro Looks For In A *Residential* SubTo Purchase
11 February 2026 | 32 replies
If yes, please tell me more about your program.
James Jones What “Rent-Ready” Really Means in Low-Income Housing
7 January 2026 | 0 replies
Appliances work and match the program requirements.Stoves, refrigerators, and heaters must be present, clean, and operational.
Emranoor Rashid NYC based first time investing out of state
26 January 2026 | 23 replies
For cash-flow duplexes and SFRs, the biggest difference-maker is pairing investor-focused acquisition support with a property manager who already understands older housing stock and voucher programs.
Nick Cikity What city/ state is heating up?
28 January 2026 | 37 replies
I work with borrowers everyday specializing in semi customized loan programs, if you're looking hotter markets.Indiana, Ohio, Missouri( Saint Louis), and Mississppi, are all lower cost of living states which in turn allow for a higher rate of return month to month.
Andrew Lee New Investor Seeking Multifamily Insights
15 January 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.
Joel Duhon Owner occupied house hack vs Investment Propery
9 January 2026 | 4 replies
Joel,One thing to keep in mind is as of January 1st there are some new programs that allow as little as 10% down on a investment home purchase (single family, condo or townhome). 
Brendan Driscoll Property Management Software for Small STR and LTR Portfolio
9 January 2026 | 8 replies
I know three software programs can seem like overkill, but the last thing you need is a bookkeeping nightmare come tax time. 
Victoria Spagnolo Corporation Formation and Asset Protection
7 January 2026 | 2 replies
What other programs are we using?