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New from Nova Scotia
hi everyone - I am happy to have joined the community.
I am a part-time investor with aspirations to grow my portfolio using alternative financing methods over the next few years.
Looking forward to learning with/from you all.
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Alternative financing was the key to us getting our first two properties. It helped us get the old investing ball rolling a little sooner and much faster then using standard methods. Best of luck with your efforts.