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I am new to real estate investing and I am looking for my first deal. I want to buy and hold. I have heard that I should stay away from investing in condos, but I am not sure why. Can you guys give some advice on the ...
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I have a triplex where the middle tenant says she keeps on hearing mice or rats running in the walls/ceiling. However, the side tenants do not report hearing anything. I've asked this tenant if she is seeing any dro...
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I have completed a number of rehabs over the years and got into some pretty deep fecal matter both figuratively and literally. However, now I am looking at a property that is beyond my scope of experience and I need ...
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I was wondering what market is better for investing at this time Austin or Raleigh? No state income tax in texas, but higher property taxes vs state income tax in NC and any other factors. Looking at both markets to m...
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Recently I had a bat caught in one of my units that has a cat in it. We've had two other instances in the past year a bat has gotten in the basement and guys from another unit have caught it and let it go. This time, ...
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Hello BP Community!Question: I am looking to purchase a first property (again!), and I would love some input from the BiggerPockets Community. Love to hear from all! I live in Orange County, California, and am seeking...
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A Good Day To All,I am a military veteran utilizing the VA loan to purchase my first home and I must say this has been a nightmare to say the least. I have come to learn that this business can very much be shark infe...
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BP community I have recently ran into a roadblock with my FHA requirement. This morning I viewed an investment property to house-hack. The listing agent told me that the house would not pass the appraisal/inspection. ...
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What are your recommendations for replacing the entry door to an apartment unit within a small multifamily, such as a typical 4-plex? The entry door to the unit is off an interior hallway, not the outside. Seems like ...
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Hello Everyone,I hope all is well! I just closed on my first 3 unit. The building came with 1 tenant who, so far, seems to be very courteous, clean, and pays on time. What more could you ask for right? With that bein...