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3 December 2024 | 9 replies
Having worked in corporate architecture firm for 13 yrs before opening my own firm, I understand your basis @Jay Hinrichs and it's totally accurate.
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5 December 2024 | 7 replies
Hey Kris,I totally get where you're coming from—I live in California, and it's a similar story here.
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2 December 2024 | 35 replies
On the other hand, we are 90 minutes from Chicago, which is nice if you have the big city itch on Saturday night.
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2 December 2024 | 0 replies
When I first dove into real estate about seven years ago, I was devouring the forums and reading every BiggerPockets book I could get my hands on.
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2 December 2024 | 0 replies
When I first dove into real estate about seven years ago, I was devouring the forums and reading every BiggerPockets book I could get my hands on.
2 December 2024 | 2 replies
But in total hold a significant amount of money, 40ishk.What would you do or how to handle?
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30 November 2024 | 4 replies
Also, I plan to put 20% down...rather than 25%...which will allow me to keep cash on hand to complete the needed rehab.
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2 December 2024 | 2 replies
It would dually represent buyers and sellers and charge a total commission of no more than 0.6%.
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3 December 2024 | 4 replies
Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.
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7 December 2024 | 25 replies
Now they have pushed their hand on room prices and students are looking for options.