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10 September 2021 | 2 replies
Currently working a COVID testing job that is a 1099, so its been difficult trying to get a sweet deal on 30 year fixed rates besides going for hard money loans.I would appreciate any guidance and advice on how to get start to get my own primary residence to house hack and save up.I currently am rent hacking with some roommates and sibling.
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10 September 2021 | 8 replies
If you enjoy listening to bigger pockets podcasts the more recent podcasts have touched on this subject and how we are in a different market and ways to handle it/prepare for the future.
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10 September 2021 | 11 replies
Avoid at all cost unless you're prepared to charge them heavily for inevitable damages.
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2 October 2021 | 26 replies
Over 80% of the deeds I prepare have the buyers address being out of state.
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12 September 2021 | 2 replies
Hey BP Family.I am starting to prepare my documents that I need in order to rent out my unit.The home is in Multnomah County, (Portland, OR) and I know being in that county, it isn't landlord friendly and you want to make sure you have all your bases covered.
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19 September 2021 | 10 replies
Especially the partner, so I want to be prepared with how to present this idea to her.Anyway, I can't commit to spending a ton of time analyzing deals and doing rehab work, so I'm thinking the best way to go about this is to find someone who needs someone with money, and is willing to do a majority (90%?)
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4 October 2021 | 13 replies
Over prepare now so if things go south you'll both have a good way out.Best of luck,
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5 October 2021 | 20 replies
Have you tested it?
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15 September 2021 | 4 replies
Install cabinets/countertops, etc. to finish kitchenSome other things we’ve thought about preliminarily include things like testing for asbestos (plaster walls in an older home).
14 September 2021 | 3 replies
@Brandon Bimestefer, I recommend having a Realtor prepare numbers for both long-term and short-term rentals.