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Hi, I’m from Guatemala and I’ve read some real estate books and listened to various podcasts and most of them assume that the rental market almost always is going to be high enough to “clear” the expenses of the buyin...
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I am looking to invest in my first investment in Fort Lauderdale. Should buy my first home or an investment property first? Does any one know a good meet up for investors in Fort Lauderdale? A mentor ? help!
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Are you pooling cash for the next crash, or sinking it all into the current market? Are you putting the money into non real estate investments, or other investments in general?I'm personally sitting on cash but have a...
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I would like to have a list of the best "Buy & Hold" real estate investment strategy books. I've been through several in my career, but I still haven't come across one I would consider truly exceptional when it...
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is it worth buying property if not getting it at discounted value? I have a non real estate career to focus on and have neither the time nor desire to hunt for deals, buy foreclosures, do repairs etc. I am also not co...
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Hey all,
I was planning to purchase a small MF property in San Antonio, but have had trouble finding anything that would have much cash flow, even if I pay over 50% in cash. Rate caps are around 5-6 for 4-plexes in ...
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Hello everyone,
I’m Ethan, a 24-year-old real estate agent in the Greater Boston Area with just over $120,000 saved. I’m seeking advice on my next steps in real estate investing and would greatly appreciate your insi...
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Hi everyone! I'm brand new to Bigger Pockets and a complete newbie. My husband and I live in Portland, OR and currently own some farmland in another state which is cash rented and brings in 20K per year in income. The...
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I own a three family in Boston that's doing well and was turned over to PM about 8 months ago when I moved to Australia for my husband's job. We'll be returning to the US in a couple of years (most likely) but don't ...
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I currently live near Universal Studios, and would like to discuss what strategies people are using in this area? Is there a good market for a buy and hold strategy? Is short-term rentals a viable option? I would sacr...