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15 January 2025 | 1 reply
Quote from @Roxanne Whitaker: Please be aware if you buy an investment property and do not live in MD, when you go to sell it you will pay an 8% tax at settlement.
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14 January 2025 | 2 replies
What investment strategies have worked for you in this area?
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15 January 2025 | 3 replies
Furthermore, it aligns with the growing trend of home improvements that enhance daily living while maximizing investment returns.
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19 January 2025 | 9 replies
We rarely have issues, but it seems like such a small investment in time and money to take one day to verify.
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14 January 2025 | 3 replies
If you see someone violating the rules, create a post with "@moderators" and we will receive a notification and respond.Again, welcome to BiggerPockets and happy investing!
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15 January 2025 | 9 replies
My name is Erick, and I’m thrilled to be starting my journey into real estate investing.
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14 February 2025 | 81 replies
That is your capital investment.
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14 January 2025 | 2 replies
Quote from @Patrick Wood: I am new to real estate investing.
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16 January 2025 | 4 replies
But I’m thinking of getting into STR investment and become more active.I’m a complete newbie to short-term rentals (STRs) and eager to wet my feet in this area.
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14 January 2025 | 3 replies
Can anyone recommend a HELOC lender for a SFH investment property in Los Angeles, CA?