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29 December 2024 | 7 replies
WE get our spec loans from local community banks that specialize in lending to business's in the community.. they are not retail banks they are not looking to amass huge small time checking deposits..
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22 January 2025 | 203 replies
They are different according to the homeless community. https://invisiblepeople.tv/homeless-houseless-unhoused-or-un..."
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3 January 2025 | 7 replies
This is a growing trend in rentals to increase cash flow and help your community with affordable housing!
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28 December 2024 | 23 replies
In addition, in the African American Community, this is like the first or second generation where people can pass down anything.
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13 January 2025 | 25 replies
I appreciate the suggestion to check out Tim Delaney’s posts - I'll definitely do that.FYI - I’m also a regular listener and fan of your BiggerPockets Money podcast, so it’s great to connect with the community here.
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2 January 2025 | 8 replies
Hi BiggerPockets Community,We’re Helena and Tom, a Belgian couple starting our journey into US real estate.- Personal: I work in tech, and Tom works at a VC Fund.
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17 December 2024 | 4 replies
You need someone who clicks with you personally before engaging in a mentor/mentee relationship with the dedication and stress that may be involved.Where to find a mentorStart by looking within your existing network.
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31 December 2024 | 6 replies
I’m sure the community here has a bunch of insights, so I’d love to hear what you’ve got in mind before you pull the trigger!
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28 December 2024 | 2 replies
Hi Richard, welcome to the community!
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27 December 2024 | 8 replies
Yes, you bought what seems like a good deal on paper, but in reality, you own an old apartment building in a neighborhood with poor security, possibly surrounded by long-vacant shops, streets piled with garbage, and a poorly managed community.