Hi - first time poster to Bigger Pockets. In 2007 I began construction of a new home, but with the financial crisis of 08/09, my existing home value fell by over 40% and I was unable to sell. My wife and I turned ou...
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My understanding of note buying and selling is very vague.
I would like help in understanding if a note could be a vehicle for us to get some cash out of a house without selling or refinancing it.
I understand a no...
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My name is Trevor and, at 30 years old, I find myself trapped in an office working for the Federal Government. Like many, I humbly want to learn all I can about real estate investment and hope to build wealth over tim...
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Looking for some insight and recommendations based off of what worked well for others. Here's the background info:My wife and I bought a small house, 2 bed 1 bath, in 2018 and rehabbed it while living in it. We moved ...
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Hey guys,
We have had some tenant apps that smart move suggested we decline, and a few that said lightly approve.
They seemed like decent people, but my question is.....
If SmartMove says decline, do you ALWAYS dec...
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I currently owe $157,000 on my house. $55,000 in various loans,etc. I have $150,000 in a 403(b). Will be out of debt in May-June 2025 (the $55,000). My available income for investing will be around $30-$40k a year jus...