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Hello BP,Looking at some properties in the Kalamazoo, MI area and was hoping to connect with someone local to that market to discuss some of the details of the area. As far as the location I'm somewhat well versed fro...
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Hi I have a question for the gurus out there. I'm interested in purchasing a home from my local county tax lien sale. Is it possible to use my first time home buying program loan to fix up/renovate that property. Als...
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It looks like I may have multiple acceptable tenants for a rental. Am I allowed to increase the rent and see if someone is willing to pay it (or ask each tenant to give me a monthly amount they are willing to pay), or...
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In the last month I have decided to start my journey. Here is my situation and I would appreciate feedback...
I am going to REFI my house since i am being quoted at 2.875% for a 30 year (NO POINTS PURCHASED.) This wi...
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Hi Orlando BP community,I’ve been investing in the Orlando and Ocala area for almost three years. Just passed my real estate sales associate exam and looking into brokerages. I love technology so naturally think eXp w...
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Hello everyone-
I've been in my condo for a little over two years now and after some modest improvements, I'm very sure I have $50,000 or so in equity. I also have a FICO score that teeters around 800, but my proble...
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Hi,
I'm wondering what's the best way to know what the vacancy rate is in a particular area, zip code, city, whatever. I've been using Sperlings (www.bestplaces.net), but sometimes I wonder how accurate and up t...
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What is most important to you when looking for a mid term management company? Our management company here in Columbus is rapidly growing, but I'm always looking to build proper foundations and would love to hear from ...
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I am investigating purchasing another long term buy and hold property that has a septic tank. The market I am looking in seems to have decent returns so I am interested but in my opinion having septic vs. sewer is a ...
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I have a new tenant in a town home rental property. The previous tenants were the absolute best, always paid on the 1st of the month and had very little complaints. The new tenants not so much.I did some cosmetic work...