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Darshni Vora Hard Money Options for Non-Citizen Investor?
17 February 2026 | 8 replies
What I’m finding is that many won’t lend to non-citizens/visa holders at all, and the ones that will are offering pretty tough terms.Examples of what I’ve been quoted so far:- 25–30% of the purchase price as down payment- Loan amounts upto only 65–70% of ARV- One lender quoted a 3% origination fee plus a $1,600 underwriting feeI’m wondering if this is just the reality of the market for non-citizen investors right now, or if there are lenders out there with more competitive terms.
Jeff Harris Section 8 is more competitive now — here’s how I’ve optimized my portfolio
18 February 2026 | 2 replies
Caseworkers often know voucher holders actively looking, and being on their radar helps fill units faster.3.
Levonte Wilson Beginner Buy & Hold Strategy in Ohio: Small Multi Family
24 February 2026 | 20 replies
Landlord–Tenant LawsWhat are the key Ohio landlord-tenant laws I should be aware of as a long-term holder?
Jaron Walling HUD 95% rule for estates (reverse mortgages) and "creating" a deal
19 February 2026 | 15 replies
I'm almost certain HUD is the mortgage holder
Karolina Powell Land Contract vs Private Mortgage from the buyer's side
18 February 2026 | 8 replies
I've used title companies.The reasons to hold an exucted deed in escrow: 1) You do NOT want to have to chase down the land contract holder, who may have moved and may be difficult to find2) The land contract holder finances may have changed and they may try to charge you for signing the deed or worse3) Land contract holder may have died and you will be subject to their estate/heirsFor a seller, at least in Michigan, a land contract allows them other options than foreclosure:Land Contract Forfeiture: A Faster, Streamlined OptionIn Michigan, forfeiture allows a seller to reclaim property more quickly when a buyer breaches a land contract.
Jaime Zarate Section 8 real estate
18 February 2026 | 6 replies
You list it like a normal rental and advertise that you accept vouchers.Voucher holders apply like any other tenant.You still screen:• Background• Rental history• Income portion they are responsible forThe housing authority does not choose your tenant.
Frances Cammack Note Sellers – What's Holding You Back in 2026?
25 February 2026 | 3 replies
Note holders and seller-financers – performing residential notes should be moving, but I'm seeing sellers sit tight.
Steven Benecki Virginia Foreclosure Law - Second Mortgages
3 February 2026 | 3 replies
The most common claim of note holders being wiped out by foreclosure of superior liens is that they did not receive proper notification.  
Christina B. VRBO Owner via site & app down for me (and all support calls do not go through)
19 February 2026 | 8 replies
I did see that their equivalent of Superhost has even stricter requirements (and should be even harder to obtain than it already was- and everyone, even previous holders, get re-evaluated by the new criteria).
Vladimir Lukyanov Transferring property into LLC. What to do with a lease?
12 February 2026 | 12 replies
But the original mortgage holder immediately sold it to Fannie Mae and they allowed me to transfer the deed to the LLC for asset protection purposes.$150 and a day of work gave me a lot of protection, albeit with some hoops to jump through.