Hi BP-ers! I'm a new member and been poring through the posts here. It's been real helpful! One question I haven't been able to find the answer to, so I'm hoping I'll get it answered here.I'm currently looking at an A...
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Hello fellow investors, Planning on buying my first STR in Smokies. I need some recommendations for lenders who will work with investors. Currently getting range of 7.1 to 7.2 percent with very high loan origination a...
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I'm prepping for two auction sales and welcome any insights people have on ways to ensure properties don't have additional liens or encumbrances on them. The County websites have lots of info but the recorder or deed...
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I've searched and cannot find a website that will show days on market and a rent amount (per sqft or beds/baths) and whether they are increasing/decreasing, etc... Ideally, I could choose a few cities to compare. Of...
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Hey folks, I want to share my experience using Chat GPT to help you do efficient market research. Some tips to keep in mind when using Chat GPT:1. ask specific questions, with guidance on what data points do you expec...
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I am trying to grow my portfolio and see if Kokomo, Indiana will make sense for MTR. For Kokomo, Indiana, I see posts where hospitals there are looking for travel nurses. Stellantis is building their 2-billion dollar ...
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If you could please tell me a realistic (not "the sweet deal you get") number for what the average cost of one or more of these things in your area is, along with what area you're in, I'd be very grateful! I'm doing a...
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I was wondering how that works. Do agents have flat fees for running reports? Can they allow you to access the information in their office? I'm thinking of doing a rehab next but I'm not inclined to unless I've res...
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Ok I have finished some interesting research for South Bend in particular and St. Joseph County as a whole. Using the mls I was looking for sales in the past 90 days. Here they are if you are interested. These are the...
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Hello, everyone! I'm looking into buying a house soon in my area, which is Bell Air, MD. What is the best way to research your area? I want to get a general idea of what the property may be worth in the future or if i...