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5 February 2025 | 8 replies
There is a BiggerPockets group in Dubai and it’s going on it’s fourth year!
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28 January 2025 | 1 reply
PMs can be a goldmine of information, connections, and opportunities.
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31 January 2025 | 6 replies
Hello, I am new to the BiggerPockets forum and looking to purchase my first investment property this year.
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16 January 2025 | 7 replies
Fast fwd a few years to 2008 and BOOM!
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21 January 2025 | 4 replies
That's three months of mortgage and utilities, the cost of flooring, and the cost of painting.
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5 February 2025 | 13 replies
I would keep the work very cosmetic, and I would enjoy the additional space and/or revenue from the unit without considering digging up, etc.
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5 February 2025 | 28 replies
Consider OT career prospects and lifestyle.
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30 January 2025 | 24 replies
I don't live in CA, and wasn't aware of the Prop 13 passing to the next owner if it's parent to child and both live in it as their primary.
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5 February 2025 | 69 replies
With some proper planning and the funds to lock in materials early, you can have an efficient build, but certainly not fast.
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29 January 2025 | 4 replies
It’s usually best to open a separate business checking account so your rental income and expenses stay organized and away from personal funds.