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Hi BP Community! We've owned our STR in Gatlinburg for over 4 years now and have been paying for DirecTV the whole time. We also have a Roku with all the normal streaming apps and gig speed internet. As of late, I fee...
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Hi Bigger Pockets!My name is Bryan Castro and I am based in Southern California. I found out about the forum over two years ago but never really used it until recently, I have been listening to their podcasts and have...
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Has anyone thought about what a permanently low interest rate environment looks like? Which strategies will dominate? For example, my end game has always been to hold real estate and ultimately carry back after rates ...
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Does an empty lot have more value to a potential investor vs a property with a debilitated house on it? (Seems rhetorical to ask)
Thoughts are that the debilitated house is considered a liability and the empty lot is...
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When your selecting mattress types for your STR, (Florida Panhandle 2 blocks to the beach) what type of mattress are using when it comes to softness to firm?
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I have a single family home property near a university being renovated The current plan is a 5 bedroom 2 bath catered to students . I am at a stage where I can make 2 separate units as the lot is zoned multi unit. It ...
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Hello, I have a question on FHA loans. Im looking to get one for my first duplex/tri or quad whichever is best deal. I have a close personal friend willing to go in on the deal with me. Is this something I can do? Do ...
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I have read all the forums/etc that I can find out PM software along with online review/comparisons. I want to make a final decision. I think I have landed on Rentec Direct, but I've not heard anyone mention it on BP....
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Hi All,I was wondering if someone wouldn't mind taking a look at my evaluation for two deals I'm looking at. I can share a google sheet in private message.Thanks in Advance.
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Hey BP,
In my local market I've been "driving for dollars" and I've seen for sale by owners signs in front of properties that are worth investigating. Does anyone have any tips for calling these individuals? What qu...