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OK - I've lurked here for a while and I have learned one very important lesson.... the biggest problem people have is GETTING STARTED (including me).
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So just to make sure I'm not crazy... here is my simple p...
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Hey everyone,
I'm renting my first property and have been studying Brandon's book on rental management. I have most of my paperwork and process in place.
My question:
Is it okay to collect and run applications, ...
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First, thank you all for your generous contributions to the forum. The BP community is so welcoming to new investors.I have a few questions that I'm hoping can help myself and others just getting started:1. I've heard...
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I'm contemplating spending up to $15,000 to buy into an established mentor/coaching wholesaling program that focuses heavily on the marketing and system components. Much of which will be done for me and uses current...
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I am trying to get started investing in the Los Angeles area. I want to fix and flip a property, but am having a hard time finding a "farm area" in my price range near Los Angeles. I would like my first property to be...
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I have introduced myself on here a few times before quickly. My name is Kyle, I am from Monmouth County New Jersey. I am 20 years old and have been interested in Real estate since I was 14 or 15 years old. At that age...
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Does anyone solicit using obituary notices? Isn't that kind of "tacky" so to speak? How do investors get leads on properties that may be inherited or possibly disposed of when someone passes away? Any help would be ap...
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Hi all,I am a 21 year old who has a passion for real estate, I have been reading forums, listening podcast, and watching webinars. Yet, I am overwhelmed by all the information that is out there and I don't know where ...
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I currently am working on finding private lending, but have found it easier to obtain hard money loans. They are more costly but have been more efficient in getting the ball rolling for my BRRRRs. After a while, do ha...
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Hello all, I’m looking for helpful recommendations for general contractors and handymen in the Milwaukee area. I manage a rental from outside of the state, but I would like to have some contacts when repair work comes...