Hi BiggerPockets people! I've been enjoying the podcasts and site for a few months now and I thought I'd introduce myself.
My name is Joe, I am a new investor, located in Tampa, FL. I've worked as an Architec...
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So over the past 4 months I have been working on my first 3 low-income rental deals. Here's how it's going so far. Deal 1-33K 3Bed 1Bath 1300SqFtI found this property through my realtor. It had just popped up on the...
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Newbies on the "fringe" often hear about real estate investing through sources which churn up emotional enthusiasm over the thought of "quick", "easy", and/or "huge" profits. In truth, very few ever have the "home ru...
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You know, I was just looking through some links when I found something online about 'virtual wholesaling' and I couldn't help but seeing something that kinda nagged at me.I think that coming from the internet marketin...
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I'm about to start a rehab project and I was wondering what other BPers thoughts and experiences where when it comes to alarm systems? I was thinking about simplisafe alarm system? What are your thoughts and with con...
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Hello! New to the real estate investing world here and looking to start with wholesaling. My goals for wholesaling are to 1. Learn the real estate business by taking action, 2. Develop a network of real estate investo...
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When designing your STR, do you attempt to attract as many vacationers as possible or do you design with a specific population in mind and try to cater to them in return for slightly higher ADR?
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Hey everyone, Going through the site is really great and I'm happy to participate. I've been investing in real estate in the USA and Europe for the last few years. Investing mainly in commercial deals, worked for a fe...
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Hey all, was wondering what everyone's thoughts and/or experience has been with these free property and landlord management softwares. I'm a little hesitant and feel like there is a catch given that they are free, su...
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Hello All:Background: I have a Self Directed IRA that I plan to use to make my first Real Estate Investment Multi Family (both residential and commercial) with 20 % down payment coming from my IRA. My wife is conserva...