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26 September 2018 | 23 replies
That is like telling people they can go down to any Casino and win 99 out of 100 times if you only follow their strategy.
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4 October 2018 | 2 replies
Networking groups are also a great way to gain exposure.Break through the “Rookie Wall”This sports metaphor refers to first-year players who suddenly stop having the kind of success they did before they made it to the professional level.
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5 October 2018 | 9 replies
Find the key players who are actively buying properties.
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28 September 2018 | 5 replies
I’d narrow your search to one maybe two max and seek to build relationships with the tips @Theo Hicks provided.It pays to be a player in the market so breaking in will cost you more at first than those who have been there before you.
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25 August 2018 | 28 replies
We've been up to the area a few times, a lot to take in, different areas, colleges, hospitals, and the casino's.
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9 July 2018 | 19 replies
Often, these contacts will then introduce you to other contacts who are legit players in RE.
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20 August 2018 | 14 replies
If you are just starting out you probably should invest in your own backyard before trying to become a "big time player" investing out of state.
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15 July 2018 | 1 reply
When I was struggling to find the next best move and looking at his last move, he said "beginner players let stronger players lead them around the board because they don't understand the strength of their own position."
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3 August 2018 | 49 replies
I have not seen this guy on BP in a year just another wholesaler that appears to be a one and one player.
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23 July 2018 | 0 replies
I've seen some of you are musicians as well but for those of you who are not (or once were) and are curious how in the world can a trumpet player make it in the real estate business, I've written a blog post on my life as a musician and how it translates to real estate.