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22 January 2025 | 9 replies
I avoid investing in rough neighborhoods because I am a professional.
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10 February 2025 | 20 replies
You just need to make sure you hire out the right contractors, as there are a lot of unreliable GCs there.
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20 January 2025 | 2 replies
Has info from a variety of professionals with no sales pitch.
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29 January 2025 | 10 replies
Hi Lucas, welcome to BO forum- you will connect with many professionals and learn a lot here.
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16 January 2025 | 78 replies
I've seen it happen countless times, especially from one company here in Birmingham.2 - Hire your own home inspector. do not use any home inspector a turnkey provider recommends.
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6 February 2025 | 9 replies
I actually think it is a benefit to both parties to have professional representation to assist the seller and buyer with these types of transactions.
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12 January 2025 | 28 replies
Do you have Real Estate Professional status?
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17 January 2025 | 4 replies
As a newcomer to this field, I am eager to learn and grow, while also contributing value to investors and professionals.
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2 January 2025 | 0 replies
This is when you hire a staging professional or staging company to come in, make recommendations, and do the work for you.
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24 January 2025 | 1 reply
And it has been gaining recognition as a vibrant, desirable place to live, especially for younger professionals and first-time buyers.