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21 January 2025 | 27 replies
The building next to yours looks much nicer and has THREE security vehicles parked in front.
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3 February 2025 | 31 replies
It is definitely not "passive", but it is still a great investment vehicle.
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30 January 2025 | 19 replies
Welcome to BP and getting our first post under your belt.
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21 January 2025 | 6 replies
Quote from @Jacob Sallblad: Hey guys,first time posting here.
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5 February 2025 | 1 reply
Investment Info:
Single-family residence buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $175,000
Cash invested: $35,000
Buyout property that needed significant upgrades to bring to rental market in 202...
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5 February 2025 | 0 replies
Investment Info:
Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $270,000
Cash invested: $54,000
A multi-family upper/lower duplex in Ankeny found off-market during COVID.
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7 February 2025 | 0 replies
"When’s the last time you took a day off?"
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7 February 2025 | 1 reply
For more affordable properties—those priced under $400,000—the timeline is even shorter, with many homes receiving offers within two weeks of being listed.This fast-moving market poses a particular challenge for first-time buyers who may not be as familiar with the urgency required in competitive bidding situations.
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25 January 2025 | 6 replies
Hey Sarah, if the seller has an agent, it’s best to go through them first since they’ll likely get involved anyway.For a property that’s been sitting on the market, approach with strategy.
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6 February 2025 | 6 replies
The first one to hire would be the accountant.