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I have an opportunity approaching in 2017 to buy a small MXU building ($500-$600k). I am running the numbers and between the high insurance rate and the much higher interest rates with shorter amortization schedules, ...
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Hello BP,Just closed on a two year flip of a multifamily deal in Riverside CA. I don't usually like to publicize my deals but BP has been a nice resource and I thought I would contribute with my experience and answer...
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Real estate is a good enough investment as is - why tell people fairy tales?First off, I am talking about pure passive investing. If people want to get into the real estate BUSINESS, and do all the labor that is in...
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Investing in real estate is categorically different than investing in stocks/bonds and other customary financial planning tools.
It is buying a small business. This fundamentally changes how you should think about t...
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OK. So - unless you live under a rock, you've by now listened to Podcast 108 featuring Grant Cardone. If you listen between the lines, and you don't have to dig too dip, Grant has nothing particularly nice to say ab...
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So here's my challenge. I want to start investing in RE but my wife isn't so thrilled. She says I can have $10K to start out with. If I can make some money using that she says I can have more. (Guess who pays the ...
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http://www.paragon-re.com/3_Recessions_2_Bubbles_a...Right now and for the next 2-4 years, doesn't look like a very good time to buy. Flipping in most major markets, definitely... But don't get left holding the bag wh...
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Hello BP, has anyone had any experience installing rooftop solar panel systems to their rentals and charging tenants for the energy usage in order to increase cash flow? How did this work out for you? If you have not ...
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I bought a duplex that I want to house hack. We just listed the downstairs unit and I’m getting a lot of people asking if we work with Section 8. Can I legally tell them “No” because of the ‘Choose your neighbor” laws...
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I am would like to start investing in real estate but am in my late 40s. Anyone investors on BiggerPockets start that late in life? Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.