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19 February 2024 | 9 replies
Ask questions, participate in the community, and gain knowledge from other investors' experiences.Go to seminars, networking events, or meetings for real estate in your area.
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23 February 2024 | 387 replies
Participate in a real estate crowdfunding opportunity4.
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18 February 2024 | 2 replies
At one point, I almost gave up, but now, 15 years later, I can proudly say that I have made a strong comeback.
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21 February 2024 | 27 replies
——————————Why in the WORLD would any whole-seller want to participate ?
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20 February 2024 | 71 replies
I'm proud to say this home has helped me catapult me into being able to buy a large hotel.
17 February 2024 | 11 replies
Recall we have three ways to pass the material participation test: 1. 500 hours of material participation 2. 100 hours of material participation and more then anyone else3.
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17 February 2024 | 9 replies
@Brett Dudley Since we are so close to the end of the tax year (Jan - Dec) one of your biggest challenges will be meeting the material participation requirements.
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17 February 2024 | 7 replies
I am a proud NIMBY, but 1) I do believe there will is a need for more housing 2) not everyone can afford to live where they want with a nice standard of living.
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18 February 2024 | 54 replies
I REFUSE to participate in a down economy!".
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21 February 2024 | 94 replies
I want to thank all that are participating in this discussion.