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**Apologies in advance for the “freak-out” tone of this post…but that’s why I come to you guys! ;-)**Hi, guys…I’m trying not to go crazy over this (and maybe my expectations were/are too high), but I’m getting anxious...
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Hi Everyone. I've been actively investing in single family residential properties for about five years. I've bought long term rentals and short term rentals. I've bought a freshly renovated property and I've bought...
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This might be an interesting topic born from another thread.
When is buying or operating in real estate a speculative venture and when are you investing? How do you define speculating and investing, what's the differ...
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I was just under the assumption (like a hotel) that we would provide the linens but I spoke with some local owners this weekend and every place in the complex requires the guest to bring their own. This would make the...
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Hey BP family, long post for a newbie with the highest offer on an REO. I could use some outside eyes to help me see if I'm assessing my situation correctly.I've been casually browsing the market in my expensive Virgi...
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I'll be moving in June and hoping to house hack and then turn into a rental. Lots of neighborhoods, hoping someone can lend a hand with personal experience.
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I'm looking at buying a property to live in and eventually rent. My lender is suggesting a 10 year fixed vs a 30 year right now due to rates. My strategy is to keep the home long term so to me a 10 year doesn't seem l...
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Now that I have your attention...😉
How can I use my $5k tax refund to make money in Realestate?
I've been reading up on crowdfunding. Any success stories?
My ultimate goal is to buy and hold 10 properties that ge...
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I'm leaving in rented apartment in Fairfax County, Virginia. My apartment manager gave me notice to evacuate apartment. I visited rental office to discuss the extension of lease term but she upfront rejected extension...
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Ugh - not the morning I was hoping for! A guest sent a note last night (after I went to bed) that the toilet was not clean. I was very responsive to her this morning (at 5am her time) and sent $75 through the platfor...