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How does one go about acquiring the skills needed to renovate a property. Things such as knocking down walls, raising ceilings, framing, installing carpet/hardwoods/tiles, ect.? I am a 21 year old college student a...
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So I was looking to purchase a 15k short sale deal and I contacted the listing agent to get more info. The house was on a lock box so she told me"make an appointment and go in and take a look around." So I did exactly...
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Profit seekers, I want to take the time to introduce myself to this vast community. I am an investor by profession but a novice when it comes to real estate. I am looking to expand my portfolio and explore new inve...
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Hi There
Awesome web site, plenty of information to plow through and it seems a good bunch of people.
Just a quickie about me (us) We are located in Orlando. We have spent the past few months researching local Rea...
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First time posting on the BP forums so please excuse the green behind my ears, but I appreciate any and all insight here!I'm looking to purchase a first residence in the Providence, RI area for house hacking purposes....
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Will the government shutdown affect section 8 rent payment or lease renewals in illinois (CHA or HACC). Appreciate any insight or perspective regarding this potential issue. Thanks
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Aloha, I’m looking at invest out of state and have talked to a investor here in Hawaii that has done a lot of deals in Akron, Ohio.
Does anyone have any thoughts on the market there? Saturated? Bad time to buy?
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Hello BP.
Recently graduating college and entering the workforce, I have zero debt (other than a truck payment). I'm single with little obligation financially speaking. With my current budget, I have $1800 per month...
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I'm looking for multi units that I can either master lease them or if the owner is willing to do owner financing. I'm looking for properties from 40 units on up and must have at least be 85% occupied and must be eithe...
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Very very preliminary. Multi-use commercial space. Purchase price, $600,000. Long term tenants. Net operating income of $150,000 a year. Expenses of $56,000 a year. Cash flow after mortgage, $5,500 a month. No expr...