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3 February 2025 | 24 replies
Also looking to connect with local investors throughout the Lehigh Valley to learn, share our experiences, and partner up.
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29 January 2025 | 4 replies
That experience made me realize I want to dive deeper into this space.Right now, I’m in the research phase—figuring out locations, property types, and strategies while working on funding and budgeting.
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28 January 2025 | 11 replies
This is not only my experience, but when you call VRBO or Airbnb customer service, they will tell you the same thing.
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22 January 2025 | 3 replies
I find it's very personal, and dependent a lot on your goals, resources, risk tolerance, location, experience, etc.
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31 January 2025 | 2 replies
@Helena Lee, I do not have experience with it, BUT I would expect to pay capital gains on the bitcoin.
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5 February 2025 | 7 replies
Their experiences could offer valuable insights and strategies to help you navigate the market.Good luck on your journey!
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4 February 2025 | 1 reply
Use it to gain some experience as a landlord and in two years leverage the equity to purchase a duplex.
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3 February 2025 | 11 replies
Quote from @Ricardo Lemus: Hi there,You guys probably went thru some of my post already and even help me with some experiences - Thanks a lot :)This time, after 6 months on this, I think part of my brain is saying that somehow I am in the right direction, and the other part is saying something is going on with the rent price I have set for my properties.
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23 January 2025 | 3 replies
Does anyone have any experience with this company?
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1 February 2025 | 4 replies
You Can Only Have 35 Non-Accredited InvestorsRule 506(b) allows an unlimited number of accredited investors but restricts you to only 35 non-accredited investors.However, there’s a catch:Non-accredited investors must be financially sophisticated.They must have enough experience to evaluate the investment risks.From the SEC:“Securities may not be sold to more than 35 non-accredited investors… [who] must meet the legal standard of having sufficient knowledge and experience in financial and business matters to be capable of evaluating the merits and risks of the prospective investment.”If you’re planning to include non-accredited investors, make sure they qualify—or you could be violating SEC rules.3.