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I sent some schematics to one of our contractors this evening requesting some proposals for a deck for our primary residence. The deck will be just under 800 square feet. Here are some brief notes:
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What does Women’s History Month mean to you?This is a month to stop and reflect on all the contributions both small and large that have changed women’s lives for the better. This is the time to celebrate women’s accom...
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I just spent a few hours listening to Equity Trust Company talk about self directed funding for real estate deals. Wondering what other companies are out there or if there are members that are happy with ETC? Also, h...
Hi,
I am interested in investing in Indiana or Kansas City. Would like some BPers expertise in good locations to invest.
I tend to invest in SFH, but am open to multiplexes.
I currently live in H...
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I'm about to enter my first two deals. Here's the rundown: $70k cash-only home, recently updated brand new LVP, carpet, kitchen, laminate countertops, paint, the attic is unfinished but seller started to board it up, ...
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Caio My name is Tom and am not in Miami - I'm in Naples florida and own a couple of condo's and my own house is on a canal near vanderbilt beach.I am fed up with HOA fees and am looking to purchase a lot and then buil...
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Hi all,I've been lurking around the forums for a while and trying to pinpoint the best way for me to get started investing in real estate. I think I have it nailed down to two potential strategies and I'd like to get ...
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So I've been reading through the UBG, specifically section 4. In this, it talks about assembling your team.Here's my question. I've done nothing purchase related yet. But I'm interested in establishing the framewor...
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I ask myself these questions last year when I wholesaled my first property. And I didn't answer yes to all of them, now I ask myself and they are all yes.
This is a true investor:
1. Are you protecting your assets
2...
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Hi all, I am just about ready to post my first vacation rental, located on the north shore of Lake Tahoe, and I'm frustrated that the California Shelter-In-Place (SIP) order has no end date. I'm unsure if I should:
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