alchristmann

what advice can you offer a newbie investor who has poor credit and no money but really wants to do this full force? any suggestions would be helpful thanks

I suggest you spend some time learning about the area you want to invest in. Start building a buyers list. Go to REI club meetings. Talk to Realtors, have them send you listings in your area that have been on the market for a long time. The best thing to do is to talk to as many people as you can about real estate. Reread the book, spend time on this site learning as much as you can. As you develop an understanding of investing, and the real estate market, you will know how to proceed.

Hello alchristmann,
I recently spoke to a Mortgage Broker who stated all banks are requiring 20% down for investment properties. Any loopholes out there or ideas on getting around putting 20% down on an investment property?

20% down for conventional investment loans are what we have now. Try private lenders,or HMLs. I am going to buy another home for myself at 3.5% down for an FHA loan and rent out my current home.

I wanted to know if you could send me some info on good Arizona investment properties. Can you PM me or e-mail me. Thnx..interested in ahwatukee area if possible but open to other areas.

Hey Al I'm just wondering if you had any advice for a young 20 y/o just starting out. My problem is I haven't had a job for 2 or more years with same employer. A mortgage broker told me it's a necessity to obtain a loan from bank. Any loopholes to this? I have outstanding credit of 740+ and some cash saved up but not too much. I just don't know where to start or what to do.
Thanx, Will

Talk to some other lenders. You are not old enought to have a long job history. With a good credit score, and some money in hand, I think someone will work with you.

Good Luck, Al

I like your Tri-state trio idea. Unfortunately, I have not heard more from other Tri-state members. Hopefully, this can be something that can grow and take shape during the year. Continued success with real estate investing. Believe and Achieve! - Joe

Thanks Al I'll give it a shot!

I am sure eager to meet some Arizona DG folks. I am in Cave Creek and not so far from Glendale. Any REI clubs you recommend in our area? Much appreciation. Penny

I see you posting today, I haven't seen that in a while. (I haven't been able to be on the site too much lately) I have learned from and been inspired by you, happy to see you online!

Angela

are you licensed, where, do you still make offers for clients?

Hi Al, would you add me to announcements of REI club meetings? Thanks so much.

congrats...you have some fans! Just looking for newer comments on the DG site & I saw you are quite active. See our bio for info since were neighbors & thought I'd throw in a note for other posters here. I recently bought a home in Nv. for my daughter, I didn't know it at the time but my tax guy says I can withdraw up to $10,000 from my IRA & there is no early withdrawl penalty if you use the money for a down payment within 120 days....now that's great news to me, I also got the 8K tax rebate... I almost kissed the taxguy. Make sure you verify this in your area before you try, but it worked perfect for me as I only had taken out 11K....whew. Now for those just starting out, the Tax lot's is a "Cheap" way to break into the game we all desire to play & Az. has a ton of them(I own a few myself) If you owned a few lots & were to sell them at a nice profit(most always the case) on simple land contracts(say for $150 a month to someone)those contracts may be discounted to an investor for cash, or if you had enough small contracts out there it's considered income to help you qualify for a bank loan. The realtors say location, location, location, but a small quanity of small investments will grow into leverage, leverage leverage. Tax lots can go for $100 or less if you are amoung the few who know how to connect to this source of wealth. Good luck all hope it helps someone ....We wondered if you've ever fished up in the Owens vally Ca. for the Alpers-Trout? & ck.out our pic's. if you like

Al,

I am new to the investing world here in Phoenix. Do you, or have you had any success with refinancing here locally? I am finding some deals but am concerned with the back end. Look forward to any suggestions.

Have you talked to local lenders? If the numbers are good, you can find financing. Talk to some mortgage brokers and see what their lenders require.

May You have Great Success on your Journey!

Thank You for All that You Share.

JJD

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I live in Mesa and I was wondering if you're still doing REI? I'm brand spankin' new and if you need any help, I'd be willing to do it for free, just to learn. Let me know, k? Thanks!

Hi Al,
Can you set me up with Arizona MLS? I would like to have access to the solds also. I probably can check out cash buyers.
Thank you so much
Judith

I am direct to the seller on 7 homes in Dayton, Ohio AVR:$300k+ Asking:75k. I will assisn