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7 February 2025 | 5 replies
I’m getting re-acquainted with the BP community after purchasing my first house hack in the Pittsburgh area, and would love to make some connections with other like-minded young professionals and investors in the area.And if there’s anyone out there who’s just getting started and looking to make the jump to buy their first property, I’d love to offer up advice, share my network of contractors in the area, and answer any questions that I can from my experience over the last 6 months!
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9 January 2025 | 0 replies
AB 2622 allows unlicensed professionals to handle jobs under $1,000, such as repairing gates, patching drywall, or fixing leaky faucets—saving you money without sacrificing quality.2.
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4 February 2025 | 9 replies
So yes, it's definitely something you need to be careful with.
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29 January 2025 | 11 replies
Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
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22 January 2025 | 4 replies
These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.
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31 January 2025 | 0 replies
Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
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13 January 2025 | 7 replies
Using a large RV or boat for business purposes offers potential tax benefits, but it's essential to navigate IRS regulations carefully.
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21 January 2025 | 2 replies
It may be worth having an experienced professional helping you and you could always try to get the seller to pay your agent’s fees.
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5 February 2025 | 4 replies
Utilizing the many resources to analyze deals and help find investor friendly professionals in your area has helped me tremendously.
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25 January 2025 | 12 replies
I currently have mine managed professionally.