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Hello BP,I’m currently researching possible franchises in the real estate industry. I’ve come across a few that sound good stating they train you and give you access to a number of lenders. They even say completing th...
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would you recommend getting an appraiser license, even if i dont plan on working as an appraiser. but rather apply the knowledge of the value of the house when looking for potential flips? obviously it would help, but...
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I'm looking for recommendations for books and podcast about real estate, finance, money, etc. I listen to BP podcast weekly, tune in to Dave Ramsey at times, just finished RICH Dad, Poor Dad. If any one has a favorit...
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Hi All, I'm currently a licensed Agent in CA out of RE/MAX and am looking to get licensed here in Michigan now that I've relocated to the Downtown Detroit Metro area.What real estate licensing course would you recomme...
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How's the current market in Manhattan, especially in Upper East Side? Someone forwarded a deal (condo) on East 60th St for $1,150/ foot (2 bed 2 bath condo, kind of low tax and low CC). The condo is liveable but needs...
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Hello, I run a small business called Mike's property detailing llc. I offer services such as lawn Care, brush removal, some landscaping, and power washing.I have recently enrolled in a real estate school for my broker...
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This is my first post, but I have been lurking for about a month now and I am enjoying the discussion and appreciate what I am learning from this forum. Thanks to all for your contributions.
Here is my situation. I a...
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How tough is it to become an agent in the LA / Southern California area? Where in the West Coast would you recommend for someone to get their license and get started?
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Hi, I am planning to go to this March 4day academy in Orlando FL by Scott Scheel. Anyone would be interested in going too? It costs about $1900 for two attendees. The link is here:https://scheelpublishing.leadpages.co...
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Hi how's it going?Simple question with an extremely complicated answer, I can imagine. For example, I'm from Long Island, I'd like to invest in my first property somewhere in a 50 mile radius of my home. I have a budg...