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My name is Andy and I’m here because I found BiggerPockets to be an invaluable resource to learn about real estate investing. Though I am starting out, I am hungry and I am interested in learning as much as I ...

I'm just a beginner, learning to run numbers on properties.

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I've been reading up on RE investing over the past few weeks (beginner here) and noticed that there are references to certain financial tools (FHA loans, 1031 exchange, etc...) that are available in the US context, but not in the Canadian context.

Dear BP Members,
I'm new to BP, and although I work in the investment world full-time, REI is new territory for me. For those who've found success in REI, please describe your first financing deal? Also, what is your...

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I suggest you read the Free Beginners guide under the learn tab aboveGood luck - Ned

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