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Hey everyone, a friend got me interested in real estate and set me up with the bp podcasts. It has been very educational has made me really interested in passive buy and hold rentals. I am a tradesman so I have a lot ...
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Hey, would you rent out a house in a bad neighborhood? If so, what should I look out for? If not, why wouldn’t you?
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I'm working on a duplex and wondering what people think is a better strategy
I'm going to change the layout of each unit to make things more modern and max out the rental potential. The duplex has a great location ...
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I have acquired this property with a decent margin and I am split whether to rent and collect 600 positive CF. Or flip and net about 50k plus with a full scale rehab.
Here are the pics of the bath which is dated....
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Hey there BP Gang.
First time poster, long time lurker here on BP Forums and all things BP in general. As most people who are just starting out in their real estate endeavors, I find myself struggling to decide on w...
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Hey everybody! I have a cabin near Pigeon Forge under contract and am hoping to get some insights regarding security deposits for short term rentals. What do you typically hold for security deposit? I am using Your Po...
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I currently own 2 long term rentals. Closing on a 3rd rental mid February. I've decided to start a side hustle involving wood fire pizzas. I bought a mobile oven trailer that can cater and be a food vendor for various...
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Are there any other agents or investors using the Featured Agent program? What are your thoughts? I looked into it, and its disappointing. Maybe your experience was good, and I would like to hear about it.
It's di...
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Hello Everyone!My name is Tommy DeSalvo and I'm a new Real Estate Investor in Cincinnati, Ohio. I've done maintenance, repairs, and general property management tasks for multiple individuals and companies over the pas...
Hi everyone! Just introducing myself. I have just purchased my first duplex. I'll be living in one side and renting out the other. Any advice/resources on property management tools is much appreciated!