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Hi BP Family , While learning on how to observe a rental deal generally before delving into the details, I cam across the tactic of just checking the Cap Rate on the deal , to see if it matches the investors interest,...
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Hi all! Question: Should closing costs be included in property value (and subsequently in appreciation and ROE)?Context: I've been developing a deal analysis tool based off the walk through in this Bigger Pockets post...
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Hi BP community So here’s the situation and before I start I would like to inform you all , i don’t think it’s a great deal but I would love others opinion. My partner came across a homeowner who wants to sell his pro...
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When you are checking comps what exactly should you be trying to match up with other houses? square footage, bathrooms, bedrooms, basement, year built, ranch, high-ranch,ect...
what are the most important? or are th...
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I am currently in the process of a cash-out refi. The appraisal came back in the ballpark of what I expected. However upon reviewing it I see that the appraiser used a building sketch showing a 5'x12' "open porch". He...
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I have a deal under contract for 30k ARV 248k. It’s a vacant land lot. Is this a deal or no?
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Purchasing my first duplex in the Twin Cities at the end of the month and am researching different software/apps to help manage receipts and tracking expenditures. What do others recommend?
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Hi All,First time poster with a question I hope this community can help with! We are looking at acquiring a multi family for $275K with 20% down. The issue we are running into is trying to determine if the numbers add...
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Hello BP CommunitySo I've come across this out of state property I'm prepared to make an offer on. Wanted to get your thoughts on it first. Property Type: Duplextwo 3 bed 1 baths just over 1,000 sq ft. each. Neighborh...
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Happy holidays everyone! I recently bought a home through VA and would like some professional feedback if you think it's a good deal. I purchased it at $160,000, appraised at $167, 000. The PITI is $1015, will conside...