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Hello BP Community,
This is my first ever post on the forums. I am just starting out on my real estate investing journey and I am currently educating myself as much as possible and trying to identify my niche areas o...
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I'm wondering whether you landlords have noticed better qualified applicants after you renovate (or if you have a nicer looking dwelling)-- People with higher income, stable jobs, better ability to pay rent. Are the ...
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Hi,I’m starting this conversation to know more about both Markets. I’ve been told many people call Toledo little Detroit but i don’t know what that means. From my research both Toledo & Detroit favor cash flow ove...
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Hello,
I'm making an offer on my first commercial property. I've been investing in the area in 2-4 unit properties for about 15 years, and have decided that a larger unit will better fit my investing/return...
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***think AA meeting*** Hi my name is Maria and I am guilty of being a softy landlord. First step to recovery is recognition right? How often do I raise rents? I have been used to renting during the recession. I have ...
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This is a 2-parter. 1. I'm a real estate investor and property management company owner in Austin. I know Austin; I don't know other markets. I'm now looking to buy a SFH in another city and considering San Antonio, B...
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My wife and I purchased a home in Scottsdale, AZ in 2018 - $325k loan, 4.875 rate. We moved out of state in 2021 and have been renting ever since (long term, current tenant 3yrs @ $2,850). We had maybe $200k in equity...