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22 January 2025 | 8 replies
I would recommend that you get out to local meetup events, as that is where you will make the really deep connections to help you get rolling.
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24 January 2025 | 4 replies
Your best bet would be to connect with local operators and ask them.
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26 January 2025 | 5 replies
I recommend local meetups. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521
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15 January 2025 | 5 replies
Quote from @Gregory Schwartz: A local agent recently got sued for calling an old client who was on the Do Not Call list.
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7 February 2025 | 17 replies
All you need are local vendors you know...with texting and internet, and good tenants.
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30 January 2025 | 6 replies
However, I would encourage you to Network work local real estate clubs in the PA/NJ area to help identify your target market and ideal investment for your first property.
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15 January 2025 | 10 replies
It would be best to befriend a local contractor or even help one out on a job to see any differences from your past eight years doing it in another country.
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17 January 2025 | 22 replies
Successful BRRRRs are challenging enough to do local to you.
8 February 2025 | 89 replies
The SEC typically stays away from 506c losses because its accredited investors - they will focus on those that hurt the retail investor.
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20 January 2025 | 6 replies
Would love to connect with local investors in the area!