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4 February 2025 | 6 replies
I only have 1 property under my belt and am currently house hacking my SFH.
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5 February 2025 | 3 replies
House hacking a duplex is a solid way to get started in real estate while keeping your living costs low.
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6 February 2025 | 6 replies
@Denver McClure Would be a good connection to make as he is in your area.
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2 February 2025 | 2 replies
You have an excellent jump start- the VA loan is such an amazing tool to get the ball rolling.
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24 January 2025 | 18 replies
Consider your investment strategy—house hacking, turnkey rentals, or real estate syndications—and start networking through local meetups or BiggerPockets forums.
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12 January 2025 | 8 replies
Congrats on what you have accomplished already!
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7 February 2025 | 14 replies
You really need to decide on what is most important and then start looking.
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13 January 2025 | 45 replies
start with a house hack.
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6 February 2025 | 34 replies
Over time, their portfolios have grown, and each property is more affordable than what they can find in the West.
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30 January 2025 | 4 replies
Jay thanks for the tip, it helped in searching and learning about "lead generators" in the fine print in lending and what means.