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Hey BiggerPockets community!
I’m looking to start a discussion on the best systems and tools brokers are using to efficiently run their business. Whether you’re a mortgage broker, real estate broker, or running a pri...
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The "real estate Investor marketing help & advice" forum, should NOT be read as follows: "Real Estate Investor Marketing, OR Help, OR Advice".
In other words, this forum is not about: 1) Real Estate Investor Mar...
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BP,
Ok peeps, I've been grinding on the MLS for a few months now, dealing offers like the dickens, but I haven't been doing any follow up. Should I follow up with the agents? How do you do it?
The reason I ask is b...
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For those of you who are agents and investors, do you combine both on your social media pages or keep them separate?I’m in Texas and I’m planning to take my exam in a few weeks. I was wondering if it’s possible to com...
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I am doing direct mail to try and get properties to flip or hold as rentals (depends on price point). I made an offer to a lady who owns her home free and clear. I offered 140K, she said she won't take less than 20...
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Hello BP,When going through your list and you skip trace to ensure that the owner on file is who you have on your list, you find their phone number. How does one start that conversation? Is it a regular hey Mr/s. Doe,...
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I've been getting email from Toledo REIA regarding how all "rental" homes need to be in compliance with lead. What does this mean for rentals in Toledo?This legislation will require: “the presence of deteriorated pai...
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I purchased a duplex in Lorain in May of this year and hired a general contractor (GC) I found on Bigger Pockets. He started the work in June with an expected completion by the end of July. During that time, I receive...
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I recently started using the website although I’ve been a fan of the podcasts for awhile now. I’m currently working on improving my financial position as to be ready to purchase a small multifamily property. I have bo...
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Hello Everyone! So I currently use a SEP IRA to set aside money for retirement but I was wondering if that money is better used towards buying more rental properties. Especially since I plan on using rental properties...