Hello Bigger Pockets,I wanted to start a thread (and hopefully add to it as the years go by) on ways that I've learned over the years to establish and maintain high productivity. There's a LOT to know and do in this ...
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According to Reuters, S&P has downgraded the US Credit Rating from AAA to AA+ and may likely downgrade again in the next year plus.
Thoughts? Insight?
I realize this may get political, but think this is an impo...
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I have a tenant that will start a lease on May 1. The house was already in livable condition but I have improved it by installing a new toilet, painting every room, tearing the kitchen down to the studs and installing...
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Not sure I understand how wholesalers without any cash or credit can make offers to a potential seller and get around the hurdle of showing proof of funds needed to close? Can someone explain this?
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Do you really understand your own motivations?
Simple answer might be yes, Money! So, you're saying you choose real estate just because you're under the impression you'll get rich or earn more in RE than you ...
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Any questions from new investors? I'd love to answer all your questions.
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As we are now 8 weeks into the year, have you bought a note (or CFD)? If not what is holding you back. Have you found a mentor to work with to assist you on what is holding you back?
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Hi everyone I need some help and your opinion on this. Please educate me and leave any suggestion or comment for me. if you think any section or step is useless please tell me. and if you think I need more detail in a...
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Hi! Awesome to read all of the posts and replies on BP...I can tell this is going to be a great resource for me.I'm new to the real estate game and see my first investment being in Spain (I'm moving there this fall an...
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I've decided to look to buy my first true investment property in the near future and despite knowing how to run the numbers, I'm having a difficult time deciding where I should be looking to buy. I'm considering eithe...