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I started managing my own properties (with a handyman's help) because the management companies I first hired were terrible. Plus I could use the extra money. The problem is now I sleep poorly. I often wake up with ...
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My book report on Think and Grow Rich is that generally this was a good book. Not great. There was some quacky stuff and the writing style will make it difficult for some. I think the fundamental principles in this...
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The big topic at this years CES electronic trade show is home automation and how it is becoming more standard and affordable. With the capabilities to control water, heating/air, doors, and even monitor occupancy; do...
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Passive income streams require an upfront investment and a lot of nurturing in the beginning. After some time and hard work, these income streams start to build and are able to maintain themselves, bringing you consis...
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I have a window well that doesn't have a cover on it and I want to keep water out of the window well. When we had a storm the other week, I had some water seep in because of how fast the rain came down (first time in ...
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I'm curious. Are people in this group early risers (a.k.a. before let's say 630am) or more night owls for hustling multifamily investments?Me personally, I have been implementing better habits in the morning so that I...
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In the process of buying a 12 unit apartment building and will be my first time hiring a property manager. They say their standard rates are 10% of income, 1/2 of first month’s rent for all new tenants, and they charg...
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I am looking for suggestions on towels and linens. I've seen some recommendations in the past year but I can't find the posts using the search feature.
This is a vacation home in the mountains of Wyoming, near Yellow...
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Hi everyone,BP newbie and first post in the forums. I live in Orange County, CA and am looking to buy my first buy-and-hold rental property. I've been looking outside of Southern California as I have not been able to ...
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Hello, I am seeing some distressed properties being scheduled for auction at low(for NYC) prices. I can't go up against the deep pockets at the auction. I have a carrot website and an instagram profile. I need to get ...