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I am brand new to BP. Been lurking for a weeks while doing some research (and inspiration!) into investing in my first property... a duplex in my local town. I am now under contract and decided to stop lurking and int...
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Hello. IF I have Cash is there a way I can buy 5-10 house packages directly from the banks? Would I do this by calling the banks and asking for the reo department then show proof of funds? I don't have a lot of cas...
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Hi there everyone, my name is Laura Lamberth and I have been a biggerpockets learner for quite some time now, listening to every podcast and webinar I can! I have wanted to buy properties for as long a I can remember...
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Hello All, I'm new to real estate investing; don't own any properties yet other than the roof over my head. I'm most interested in buy and hold investing and have lurked around the concept for years now. At this time ...
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Hi Bigger Pockets Community!I am a college student looking for an entry level job to begin my career in real estate before I graduate. My degree is in International Business and Business Management, but I feel as thou...
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Hello, I am a new member from Los Angeles. I've stumbled on bigger pockets trying to find information on how to find good renters for my duplex I bought in 2005. I rent out one unit and live in the other,but me and...
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Hi BP members!I'm a newbie here from Philadelphia with little to no expierence in the real estate industry. I figure the best way to start is reading in these forums and surrounding myself with like-minded people. Cur...
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Hello all! I'm new to the Real Estate Investment scene, so I obviously need to begin by educating myself. My question is, do you think getting a real estate license is a good way to break in and get information/educ...
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I had a client ask me today what the difference was between a REIT and a private real estate syndication. We talked about it for a bit so I thought I would share some key thoughts with you guys!REIT: REAL ESTATE INVES...
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My name is Andrew. I have been a member since 2020 but this is my first post. My wife and I are looking get into real estate investing. Ideally we who like to build a portfolio of rental properties and ...