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6 January 2022 | 5 replies
@Bill Brandt, I wonder how much of that increase was bought by what I would call sophisticated investors, and how much was driven by "people hearing that real estate is a good investment".
6 January 2022 | 0 replies
Hi BP community, Our family has been leasing a small space in Southern California since mid 2018 for our e-commerce retail business (selling heavy machineries to end users nationwide).
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31 January 2022 | 0 replies
Luxurious finishes can give the feeling of comfort, sleek and modern finishes can give the feeling of efficiency and a simple design can give the feeling of sophistication.
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14 May 2021 | 7 replies
Sophisticated investors look at the Rent-to-Value Ratio and look for at least 1% or more to be able to cashflow after expenses.
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17 May 2021 | 15 replies
Now you have a lot more flexibility, at least for solo purchase and probably for moreThere are probably more sophisticated tools but I don’t know them :)Good luck
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17 May 2021 | 15 replies
Not sure how sophisticated guys in that space are, and not saying that in a bad way.
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17 May 2021 | 5 replies
They are Accredited and I am not, but qualify as 'Sophisticated'.
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19 May 2021 | 4 replies
Most sellers will not touch a third party note, but there are some more sophisticated sellers and brokers that will do so.
29 May 2021 | 3 replies
My question is, what, in the experience of you more sophisticated investors is the best strategy for my first investment?
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23 May 2021 | 2 replies
Most sophisticated buyers will understand. 3.