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I would like to know how to start REI in the US. I’ve heard that I should contact a lawyer to make the setup. But what is the setup? An account, permissions, forming a LLC etc.? I would love to connect with others who...
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So just like the title of this post says, I finished the renovation of a house. I put it on the market, admittedly, for more than it is worth, and I had a few tire kickers but no offers. 4 months later, I am now at 5k...
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Hi everyone! I have a question regarding financing options, my apologies if this has been answered somewhere, but I haven't been able to find an answer for it. On the advice of my attorney, I am considering purchasing...
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We've been running a number of STR units for about 18 months now. I'm an airbnb super host but I've seen my bookings drop way off mid-october. Are other ST operators experiencing this? Is it seasonal or the market ch...
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Have any of you heard of Than Merrill? I just saw an ad on Facebook saying that he was offering real estate training seminars in Indianapolis. Have any of you attended? Just curious to see what you all thought. Thanks...
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I posted a thread a few days ago called why do we invest? There were a lot of good replies on that thread with many bigger pockets members listing their goal of 5000, 10,000, 12,000, or $20,000, per month for retireme...
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HiI bought two properties this year and sold them for a profit. It is my understanding the profit from those flips will be treated as active income and subject to self employment tax. However I didn't even lift a fing...
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Hello everyone I was wondering if any of you guys know how to find cheaper deals that are not on market. The reason I am asking is because I live in Charlotte and my market is pretty expensive. So, with that said I fe...
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What is the biggest drawback/limitation to being a realtor compared to being a real estate investor?