Hey BP, I'd really appreciate some feedback on a deal I'm considering.
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I'm getting into real-estate investing and have an opportunity to buy the lot next to my primary residence. It's located in North Phoenix ...
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Interesting concept from the founder of Zillow where there is fractional ownership and flexible use of previously pipe dream homes. While this currently isn't primed for investors, the financing aspect of proportiona...
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When it comes to obtaining "financial freedom" is investing in real estate just the least worst choice?I tripped over this article the other night, which sums up a lot of what I've been thinking about REI lately: Inve...
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I want to put up my website in conjunction with sending out my first direct mail campaign. I am deciding between Wix and Lead Propeller as they both seem very easy and robust. Wix costs somewhat less, but I would pa...
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I am in process of selling in NY. After mtg paid, commission, taxes, cap gains, etc.. I'll have +/-425k left over. My new 30yr mortgage in Tampa is 1600 a month. 324k total. My monthly income is around 8k.. BUT, my bi...
Fundamentals: A Philosophy for Success in Life and Real Estate
Note: This article was written in collaboration with ChatGPT, an AI large language model, and reflects the philosophy and opinions of the author, Aaro...
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Given that there is such a liquid market of buyers online I was wondering what people's thoughts are on the commission paid to Realtors. A 6% commission has always seemed scandalously high to me given the typical amo...
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I'm teaching a class on buy and hold real estate investing in Memphis and I'm looking for some real life examples to share with the students.Here's the brief background on my question below.I believe 2 things.1. Peopl...
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It's cliché, but true. A lot of millionaires are made during recessions.No matter what you invest in there are and will always be golden opportunities to take advantage of during every recession. For me, it's real e...
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I asked a realtor to present my offer to the seller on a short sale property he has listed, but he refused he said he won’t submit an offer for less than the asking price. The property has been listed for almost a y...