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Hey guys, I'm new to investing in real estate. I live in Houston, Texas and I'm in need of some coaching. Maybe someone to give me steps to take on executing my first deal.
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I am preparing (with the help of PPR Note Academy) to enter the non-performing note business. I plan to start fairly small, with the purchase of just a few notes. This looks good on paper, but of course I may turn out...
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Good people.The housing stock in NJ/Philadelphia in my view is limited and generally, the majority of properties are dogs for the following reasons:1. Architecturally hideous2. Rehabbing the interior doesn't make i...
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Long story short. Me and wife bought our house at the very end of 2016. Upgraded a lot of the house DIY style. For those that need visuals. Here is my house looks nothing like this now. https://www.zillow.com/homedet....
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Hey guys,I'm gearing up for my first deal and had a question regarding when you actually make offers/do the final analysis on a property when touring:I know you set up a time to walk the property with your motivated s...
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My master bedroom closet on my personal residence is freezing cold! The closet is on an outside wall, and I think it may not have insulation because the guy who built the home cut a lot of corners. Does anyone know ...
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When choosing a flat fee MLS listing service, is that something where you find a local service, or are the best companies usually nationwide? What's the best way to determine a good listing service?
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Who flunks first grade?!Well they said I didn't really fail, they just held me back, but it still felt like I flunked. I have severe dyslexia and had it before anyone ever knew what dyslexia was. While your brain ea...
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Hi there, so I have a question on asking for funding on deals from interested family and/or friends. How have you all approached them the first time? How was the deal/contract structured? I’ve heard Brandon say he’s d...
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A friend suggested this as a way to 'stand-out' among other properties. It is a pretty creative tactic and I would love to know if any one else has tried it (or have alternative little property perks).My friend owns a...