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Hi there! My name is Sean Ruddell and I am looking at getting started in Real Estate. I have not completed (or started) any deals yet, and am still attempting to get enough education so that I can minimize how muc...
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Hello BP!For starters, the "Pro" designation under my name is (for now) a lie! I'm not even a newbie. I've been lurking here for about a year and I finally decided to say hello and get started. I upgraded my member...
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What’s the most common/most suggested way rehabbers/flippers find equity partners? I understand the background work of of the LAPS system and providing a well-researched document of why the deal is so great for both p...
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I know pretty cheesy title but oh well...got your attention I am pretty much new at investing in real estate and I hope to gain some wisdom and networking. I am in the SF Bay Area and I have a broker and an agent that...
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Everyone has at least one memory of a work-related holiday party running amok, as they say. Whether from total boredom or unexpected guests, work holiday parties always have a good story or two that emerges afterwa...
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Hey all,
My name is Eric and I'm a seasoned rookie who someone only now just discovered Bigger Pockets. My wife and I purchased a 2 flat in 2011 in Ferndale, MI with the intention to eventually move out and rent both...
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It's embarrassing to say it loud here -- I MESSED UP my very first investment, took a big loss, and still trying to get rid of it. Sparing y'all the painful stories, here are my biggest learnings.
Lesson # 1: NEVER ...
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My governor has always been for family values...until today when he got caught cheating on his wife. Unfortunately the Lt. Governor is an airhead and many South Carolinians were frightened to death that he might seek...
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Hi from downunder,When it comes to seminars, keynotes and workshops i consider myself pretty experienced. As a professional speaker and consultant, I've been on the keynote circuit now for the best part of two decades...
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Hi BP,making offers... how do you start?do you low ball the offer in hopes to get the lowest price they will sell for?do you give an estimated offer based on what you think the property is worth?do you think negotiati...