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22 January 2025 | 3 replies
Quote from @Akintunde Aboaba: I’m looking to start investing in real estate this year and would appreciate insights from experienced investors on the best strategies in today’s market.
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2 February 2025 | 1 reply
However, within three days of moving in, one family member reported experiencing asthma issues and mentioned an unidentified smell.
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4 February 2025 | 6 replies
I would love to connect with new and experienced investors alike, I'm sure there is a lot we can learn from each other!
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31 January 2025 | 7 replies
I've also held of holding properties in individual LLCs that are owned by one S corporation, which allows for a 60 / 40 split between ordinary income (regular tax) and dividends (capital gains tax rate).With the goal of minimizing taxation and liability protection, what would be the recommendation from more experienced people here?
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23 January 2025 | 4 replies
True, but (a) they were typically experienced investors, and (b) today's market includes record prices and high mortgage rates, which is a double whammy.
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6 February 2025 | 2 replies
Need Advice from Experienced Investors!
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12 January 2025 | 23 replies
Maybe we can help a lot of people on this Bigger Pockets platform.So if you are an experienced investor, flipper, or buy and hold person?
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27 January 2025 | 0 replies
14 Jan 2025Maggie Switek, Brock Smith, and Abigail HumphreysWith inflation easing and the US economy experiencing continued growth, the turbulence triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic is now largely behind us.
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4 February 2025 | 0 replies
utm_source=chatgpt.com))Regulatory Environment: Navigating local housing regulations and zoning laws remains a critical factor for co-living operators, influencing the scalability and adaptability of their models across different cities.ConclusionBetween 2020 and 2025, the co-living industry in the United States has experienced notable growth, driven by shifting demographics, urbanization, and a growing preference for flexible living arrangements.
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4 February 2025 | 6 replies
P.S. also reach out to experienced real estate agents that cater to buy and hold investors and let them know of your intentions and availability.