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Just a quick question, what websites or sources do you guys use to inform yourselves about the market and any shifts and trends that occur?
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Hi BP. I am ready to get started in the STR market, and I'm a little overwhelmed. (I have previous experience with LTR of 3 condos I no longer own.) I want to hit the ground running and cannot afford to make costly m...
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Hi,I am feeling too lazy to research all the sales of auctioned REOs in my area to determine how much of a loss the banks are willing to take on these. I am wondering what my chances are of getting an auction property...
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Hi BP community - I'm closing on a house in Pittsburgh, and I'm thinking about doing Airbnb. Any recommendations on good STR management company/contacts?
Thanks a lot for any leads!
Vicky Li
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An associate says he added a partner into his LLC because she had a nearly perfect credit score, and became guaranteer on business loans and commercial real estate, effectively making it super easy for him to achie...
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I’ll jump right in. I’m 26, single mom of an elementary school child. I’m currently saving 26% of my income each month.
I have never purchased a property, I have little to no debt, open credit card but no debt. Curre...
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Is a business plan necessary or even recommended when setting up a real estate business. I am concentrating on rentals mostly. Tell me your thoughts. Thanks!
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Hello everyone!My name is Jen, and I am slowly getting more into the world of investing. I started off as a teacher for Deaf students, and now I work full time as a sign language interpreter. This has led me to a nich...
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This is my personal experience with becoming a real estate agent in Virginia and all of the costs involved. I am writing this post just to clarify things for anyone interested in becoming a real estate agent so that ...
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Hello BP nation,I have a situation and looking for some guidance and help.I've purchased my first duplex last April/May, with intentions to house hack. Property needed some work, mainly bathrooms. So far I made every...