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I'm sure most new investors have this question. Although I myself am new, I know where I stand. I'd prefer to build a rental portfolio accompanied by periodic flips. But I'm curious. Are you more on the side of runnin...
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I'm in a crux about what to do on 2 rentals. I've never raised the rent on both properties since the tenants moved in. One tenant has been there 5 years and the other nearly 7 years.I would like to start with a prelud...
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My contractor's crew began tiling the bath/shower surround today. It was such a mess I pulled it all off before the mortar could dry resolving to at least get it properly started myself. In researching tiling, I learn...
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Hi Community,I posted a success story of buying an apartment, duplex, and quad after years of reading on BiggerPockets and finally taking action. It's been a big learning curve in C real estate.I am not happy with my ...
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I was explained how the 2% rule works but I have confused myself as I'm sitting here thinking about how to use it and what it is exactly for. Please help!