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Hello everybody, My name is Jose and I am new to this site. I live in Houston, Texas and have decided to diversify my investments into real estate. A littlebit about myself. I am 32 yrs old, married and have two kids....
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Good Evening/ Morning, wherever you are on the planet.I'm currently saving for my first Multi-family investment in December. I've done a few minor flips in the past for profit, but I'm looking to get into Passive inco...
Hi,I’m a new investor in my late twenties looking to acquire my first long term rental property. It would be great if anyone can share their stories of how they first got started!
Thanks,
Sarah
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As a new member who has a ton of questions, I want to ask a new question everyday to get some feedback from real folks. I'm reading a ton of material but I feel like the BP community could offer significant insigh...
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This was by far, the strangest and hardest deal yet for me to complete. Seems ironic since its such a small payday.
*No Address yet will add later** Buena Park, CA
ARV - $630-650k
Repairs - $30k
Sold for - $511k
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As I respond to new member posts, I often sense and urgency to get a first deal. I also sense many investor drop out because they don't get a deal aft two or three months.
It's my belief that is is probably 6-8 mont...
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Hello everyone, I am a real estate investor and recently joined BP. I have been an investor for years but I have been very passive! :) Recently my husband and I decided to take the rental business to the next level. W...
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As RE developers we all know how important it is to hire good, reliable residential contractors. Because we are dependant, for the most part, on word of mouth recommendations it is vital that our recommendations are ...
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My tenant buyer has exercised their option to purchase but the appraisal came in low. I do have a clause in our contract that states I have the right to sell at the appraisal price but I am wondering if I am still ob...
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Great article about new restrictions when selling a property and providing financing to the end buyer. These restrictions go into effect under Dodd-Frank on January 10. These are federal restrictions, not limite...