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This must be a commonly asked question here, but I'm seeking updated opinions, from People who are daily operating in those markets. Could the profitability of Short-Term Rentals outweigh the stability offered by Long...
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I listened to Thursday's BP podcast #238 where guest Michael Swan talked about selling his condo in San Diego and buying a multi-family cash-flow property. I own a house in Sacramento, CA where I live, I bough it for ...
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I was wondering if anyone has been successful "upselling" rental income by offering extras to boost monthly rent. I'm thinking things like extra $ for optional wash/dryer, stainless frig, security alarm, even a flats...
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Hello All. Newbie here.
I have posted about this topic numerous times and am finally looking to receive an answer. My goal is to focus on rehabbing, but I also am the agent on my team as well. I am looking to...
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Do you guys think that uploading a personal profile image (avatar) should be a pre-requisite for participating on the forums, blog system, properties directory, etc. here at BiggerPockets?
Just curious . . . thoughts?
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I am trying to find the best way to make background checks from my PC on potential renters. I see several companies that offer such services online and don't know one from the other (i.e. Intelius, CriminalWatchdog a...
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Tl/dr: we are looking for advice/resources to help "train" our newly inherited tenants to be more financially literate/stable (more context below). Here is what we're looking for: Any programs/courses (either in Georg...
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I am torn in how to start (not to be confused with analysis paralysis, well maybe a little) Input is welcome on these lines of thought:1. Should I seek the nicer areas of town to buy single family rentals and keep the...
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Landlord and property manager: I’ve been there
When I’m in need of some amusement, I’ll occasionally browse through real estate investing forums to see what’s being discussed. I often will leave with a sort of pitifu...
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I was recently going through a list of pre foreclosures and have found several that are in one particular HOA, after further research I found that this particular HOA's fees are pretty high ($500 a month) and I am gue...