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12 February 2020 | 27 replies
Encouraging as I pursue my next huge project!
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11 February 2020 | 2 replies
I would encourage every investor not to get into their first property without 30% down available, whether it be through their own funds, friends and family, credit, etc.
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20 February 2020 | 20 replies
@Bill SchrimpfBill thank you for the words of encouragement!!!!
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12 February 2020 | 18 replies
Also, during the leasing process I encourage the potential tenants to call the utility companies if they want to know what bills will run.
11 February 2020 | 0 replies
After closing the deal this past Friday, I couldn't be more thankful for BP and everything it's brought to my life, whether that's knowledge, positivity, or the encouragement to take that first step.
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13 February 2020 | 9 replies
Plan on being there for 2 years and working hard.If you really, really want to learn start to invest in real estate then I would encourage you to live as cheaply as possible for the next 2 years.
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14 February 2020 | 4 replies
Best of luck with the project and I hope it's an encouragement to you to continue and an affirming place to live for your residents!
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17 February 2020 | 9 replies
I know with the Clients I work with for HML, I encourage to be up front with their plans so we can place them in the best program for their needs.
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21 July 2021 | 254 replies
Writing this to encourage, not brag!
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6 March 2020 | 35 replies
As long as inventory stays low and low interest rates encourage more buyers, there will be upward pressure on prices.