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3 January 2025 | 5 replies
My goal is to gain a solid understanding of the process, master deal analysis, and ultimately close my first deal.Right now, I’m focused on learning the basics — from finding motivated sellers to building a strong network of cash buyers.
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27 January 2025 | 33 replies
LLC's separate your personal assets from your investments and offer you protection from lawsuits related to your property, they can help to establish a more professional image if you plan to expand, and they provide some flexibility on how you are taxed.There are some drawbacks, included fees and administrative work, but it's ultimately best to consider speaking with a CPA to determine the best option for you.
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14 January 2025 | 19 replies
Ultimately it's up to you if it's worth the work.
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7 January 2025 | 8 replies
Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).
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9 January 2025 | 32 replies
I think overall life satisfaction is very important so ultimately have to do what’s best for you.
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16 January 2025 | 15 replies
Your Broker has the ultimate decision on whether or not you can do it.
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2 January 2025 | 3 replies
Ultimately, a “win-win” keeps your tenant profitable while ensuring you’re not underpricing your asset.As for notice periods, definitely check your local regs, from what I’ve heard.
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2 January 2025 | 1 reply
I ultimately invested $65 cash, $5k in legal fees, and $9.7k in operational expenses while owning the home, and walked away with $17.3k after a judgement.What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?
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26 January 2025 | 3 replies
Donald Trump has also expressed several times he will do everything he can to influence the Federal Reserve to reduce interest rates, although he cannot directly control what the Fed ultimately does.
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12 January 2025 | 54 replies
Affordability is one of the biggest challenges in today’s housing market.I believe smaller, more dense units are part of the solution:1) Buyers can only afford smaller homes in today’s economy.2) Denser units maximize the land available, increasing housing supply to help offset demand and ultimately bring costs down overall.It’s not just about building more, it’s also about building smarter.What are your thoughts?