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4 January 2015 | 12 replies
I don't want to get myself in trouble with monthly interest only, or a super long payoff time.The math doesn't lie here, I know what the answer will be, I need a better deal, or more cashflow, but properties that cashflow more than $200 a month simply don't exist (or at least come about often) in my selected area.Is using a HELOC for buy and hold strategy not a good idea?
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12 June 2015 | 50 replies
As another example - for Jerred, it popped up after I had type "@jerred m" (I didn't select / tag it though - just tested it).
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19 January 2015 | 4 replies
But a website that's obviously a do-it-yourself job can undermine credibility since it makes you look either cheap or broke, neither of which makes a good impression.A professional-looking site gives the impression that you're actually in business and are not some sort of fly-by-night scam.
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9 July 2015 | 5 replies
I'd recommend selecting a company that is doing an okay job with a large building within a block or two of your property.
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19 January 2015 | 8 replies
Here are a few recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area:http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSet up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you:http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingCheck out BP Podcasts:http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/If you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select that person below.
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20 January 2015 | 24 replies
Select an excellent PM and they can help you navigate areas that will work the best.
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11 January 2015 | 4 replies
@Anthony Kondor , using your MLS, you should be able to filter by"Seller Type" (select "foreclosure") to identify a list of active sales as foreclosures.
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20 January 2015 | 14 replies
Here are a few recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts Read Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing Check out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/ If you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select that person below.
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15 January 2015 | 27 replies
Your out there doing it and it sounds like you have built an impressive operation.