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HELOC appraisals - why so low?
Hi everyone - is it common for HELOC appraisals to come in lower than conventional mortgage appraisals? Last spring my property appraised for $135k and this past fall it appraised again for $85k. No drastic changes t...
Michael Plaks
EXPLAINED: how much can a real estate CPA save me?
This is a follow-up to my last year post where I discussed CPA charges: https://www.biggerpockets.com/...The #1 question we receive from investors who inquire with my firm about our tax services is "How much can you s...
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How come I cannot get a wholesale deal
I have been using the wholesale strategy for about 5 months now but i cannot seem to find any deal i had two contracts but both fell through and now all I have to invest is about 50 bucks please tell me some free t...
Dave Rav
Vacation rental - near the water
Hi BP network! I'm considering investing in a 3BR property (home) near the coast. However, it's not directly waterfront. It's approximately 12 minute drive to the beach, and 4 minute drive to the river/marsh. We'r...
Markiem Jenkins
Starting Wholesaling
My name is Markiem Jenkins and I am a brand new wholesaler looking to network and learn as much as I possibly can from professionals who have been wholesaling for a good amount of time. I am just starting my wholesali...
Eric Knapp
Eviction drama
So I am in the process of evicting a problem tenant. Lease expired and I don't want to renew, and he owes rent. Served him with a 3-day Pay-or-Quit. Sent petition to court and am now awaiting a hearing date. Today...
Sean York
Flex Space Development
Thoughts on Flex Space Development as a niche strategy in the Texas Markets. Don't hear much about it.
Marsha F.
How long did it take you to save up for your downpayment?
Hey BP!Right now I am in the savings phase of my journey and I'm about 1/4th of the way there. I'm taking the basic route which includes budgeting and living frugally to save up for my downpayment/closing costs/cash r...
Katie Fiola Jones
Denver Suburbs vs Chicago Suburbs
Hey everyone, I'm currently looking into buying my first house. But I wanted to get some advice before making any big decisions. I currently live in Denver and have for over 4 years. I have just started looking at hom...
Lane Kawaoka
Will the California SB 9 bill tank the market?
Will this drive more people migrating to California from other states or will people shy away from living in California? Or should you go oos?
My brief understanding of the new law:
Senate Bill 9 is a bill that al...