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24 September 2019 | 69 replies
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22 December 2015 | 12 replies
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31 December 2015 | 4 replies
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30 April 2018 | 18 replies
A big THANK YOU to @Joshua Dorkin for having the tenacity to build and develop a community where we can all thrive and prosper.Happy to be here!!!
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12 October 2015 | 6 replies
You have the knowledge, attitude and an array of tools in your toolbox that can be readily used to propel you back into the REI world quickly.Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged. http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere http://www.biggerpockets.com/ubg http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Setting up Keyword Alerts How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets 25 Tips for Real Estate SuccessHowever, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.
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2 February 2011 | 39 replies
Besides the obvious tax benefits, it also gives you much in terms of cash flow and when utilized in a tax shelter, it can actually provide wealth for generations.While many markets do not support buy and hold strategies, there are some markets that will not only support this strategy but will also thrive.
2 February 2013 | 8 replies
This is the area I have thrived in for 20 years is apts between 12 and 30k per unit that rent out from 600 to 1000 per month.
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7 January 2018 | 8 replies
I have talked to several people around the lake that said that the area used to be a thriving fishing community where people would travel to visit and enjoy.
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14 July 2019 | 22 replies
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3 October 2017 | 2 replies
There is a thriving military community so that brings some stability for rentals etc.