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24 January 2025 | 13 replies
I’m committed to keeping my options open and continuing to learn about being a landlord to ensure I’m well-prepared for my first purchase.To improve my ability to analyze deals, I’ve developed a two-part plan:Join a local BP meet-up group to discuss my goals and support others.Continue learning and engaging with the BP forum.Thank you again for your guidance—it’s truly appreciated!
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15 January 2025 | 27 replies
I am trying to find a mentor and have a relationship that I think will work out well.
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12 February 2025 | 18 replies
You can find flat rate listing agents as well for probably $1000 offer buyers agent $2K so they will take the time to show it.
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6 February 2025 | 12 replies
.- You can look into call kinds of economic growth and financial indicators as well to help narrow the list.- I've also heard of people choosing a market because the team they could put together in that market was the best team they found
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16 January 2025 | 6 replies
I have been listening to BiggerPockets for a couple of months now and have been doing my own research over the past several months as well.
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20 January 2025 | 0 replies
To add value to the property, we undertook extensive renovations including the removal of over 40 yards of trash, installation of a new septic system and wall-hung boiler, and a new well pump.
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23 January 2025 | 9 replies
*I know the markets really well even better than some local agents.
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19 January 2025 | 15 replies
@Cristen Marcotte Well, my last post doesn't help you much.
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14 January 2025 | 329 replies
Well, what a load of crap.
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15 January 2025 | 13 replies
We have no interest in contact data gathering, as that space has been well developed.