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We're newbies...go easy! :D
We're about to buy our first investment property, a duplex with excellent income. It has been on the market for 200+ days.
We're making an offer soon. Is there a rule-of-thumb for t...
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We have 40 properties on Airbnb. They said they were delisting 3 of them due to hosting standards. Two of these properties were just completely refurbished in the last 2 months and have increased their rating more tha...
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In 2005 my oldest brother asked me how my house sale was going. I mentioned it went under contract in three days and we were making $125,000 profit. I was in the military and would be considered lower middle-income at...
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Hi y'all! Despite the dour tone of this post, I'm a genuinely happy person. I half-need to vent, and half-need some help. This isn't me looking for a hand-out or a pity party. I need good, solid advice how I can m...
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Dear Pocketers,
How do you harden / bullet-proof your rentals?
While I've never had anyone utterly trash a rental of mine, I've seen the damage they can do first hand (typically when buying the rental and seeing ...
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With the stress of the holidays looming, I thought it could be fun to share the lighter side of real estate. What are some of the funniest experiences you've had as an investor? How did you handle it? What would you d...
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Well - let's hope this isn't too complicated.I just acquired a large parcel in Sacramento, CA that is adjacent to several houses in a subdivision. Many of the houses have gates in their fences that open onto my proper...
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Hello All,
I am brand new to BiggerPockets and find it to be a great place comprised of helpful advice and expertise. I am a landlord of a single family home in California that has run my property as a charity rathe...
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Hello!For anyone interested in the Lake Geneva/Burlington/Paddock Lake area I thought I would put forth an impromptu get together for some casual chatting and exchanging of ideas. If you are able to make it please let...
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