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26 April 2019 | 5 replies
@Marcos Mendez you can go to the tools section on Bigger Pockets then files and search for the specific state lease.
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4 June 2019 | 13 replies
These forums have been invaluable as a tool, and I appreciate everyone's time.Thanks!
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27 April 2019 | 3 replies
That is why you have an independent property inspection and have anything that would effect the integrity of the property or be a potential hazard addressed by the turn key company before closing.
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28 April 2019 | 9 replies
I particularly enjoy browsing through county records although I'm not sure if it's the most effective method.
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14 May 2020 | 17 replies
I admittedly am biased in this regard but don't let that deter you from finding an investment strategy that works best for you.BiggerPockets is an invaluable tool in getting started.
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13 May 2019 | 7 replies
A lot of forum members are very knowledgeable in their respective fields related to real estate investing, whether that is real estate sales, wholesaling, flipping, rentals, lending, self-directed IRA and Solo 401k investing, or tax and legal guidance.There are a few self-contained guides that you can access here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guidesIf you haven’t been to it already, you might want to check out the BP blog: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/The site has quite a few tools that can be helpful for new members.
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29 April 2019 | 7 replies
Anyway, you should be able to get a current payoff amount and then use an amortization app to determine the effective interest rate.
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2 May 2019 | 10 replies
(Definition of buy and hold) Things I learned:You can literally ask for anything once you gain a relationship with a lender.Make your own spreadsheets/evaluation tools otherwise, you are relying on someone else’s understanding when you don’t have your own.Make sure you do your full due diligence yourself as it’s your responsibility no matter what, this comes to appraisals, inspections, insurance, property management, tenant management, contractors.
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18 December 2018 | 5 replies
If they are not month-to-month then existing lease is still in effect.