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My husband and I started bran new business seeking to begin flipping SF properties in the Houston area. We currently both have a day job: he as a firefighter with the City of Austin and myself in the civil engineering...
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Hello Biggerpockets family,
My name is Dion, I am a real estate investor looking to invest in the Birmingham Alabama and surrounding areas. This year I have acquired 2 Single Family homes so far, my investing focus i...
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Hi All,My initial investment strategy was to house hack in my area but multi-family units are very rare to come by. When they are up for sale, it's usually in an area that's less desirable than where I'm looking to in...
Hi,
I am a recent RE investor with 5 rental properties.. The BP community has been one of the best things that has happened to me. Thank you all. I recently came upon an opportunity to invest in a mixed Room hotel f...
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HiI've been in the business for 16 years. I'm primarily focusing now on investing instead of the traditional sales. I will still pursue sales but find that investing will generate more rewards in the long run. Any ass...
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I was wondering what are some books you pros recommend a newbie to read? Any and all input is greatly appreciated!
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While exploring rooms for my wife to rent as a spa and salon worker, we found an opportunity to rent a large 2500 square foot retail space that already houses a spa/salon business that is moving. As such, it is alread...
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So I currently have 8 properties, 14 units all rentals. I have read in the past that its possible to put costs for overall business operation and expenses shared by several properties on a separate schedule E as oppos...
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Nothing should hold a potential investor back from the first deal if the numbers make sense, resources are available, and they have a team they trust in place--I get that, and I am moving. But for those that are a lit...
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I co-manage a small, family-owned real estate investment company that has four owners. For operational ease, our operating agreement states that I have the ability to be the sole signer on purchases and sales, among o...