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Hi all! I am going to buy my 1st investment duplex in the next 4 months (BRRRR) and I'm tired of running myself in circles, but am not sure which route is smarter.I am highly considering buying a foreclosed property f...
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My head is spinning. I've spoken to several people and I just don't know which way to go. I need to put a property on the market next month and do a 1031 exchange. Once sold and after fees and expenses, I will need to...
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Hello BiggerPockets!My name is Justin, I am new to real estate investing and I am excited to contribute to the BP community. I am based in San Francisco and I am originally from Tampa, FL. Given the expensive nature o...
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Hello,
I live in San Diego. I am looking to invest in the Milwaukee, Cleveland, Memphis, and Columbus as I have narrowed those down for my market choices right now.
I've got about 10k cash saved up. I am ready to ...
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Hello BP!I've always been interested in investing and bought my first stocks while in college in San Diego. It didn't take me long to realize that despite my research, I felt like I was essentially picking at random a...
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Hello Everyone!There are many things I would like to say to "new investors" that I have learned on my own. First off, don't waste your time on all the so-called "gurus" what they are selling is motivational talk and t...
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Over the years of being involved in REI, I have seen so many people bashing Dave Ramsey. I don’t understand why it is impossible for people to see some value in what he’s teaching. I don’t even think he’s targeting a ...
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How? Seriously, how do you get your spouse on board, especially when you’re starting out?I came into some money and have been focusing on real estate for the last few months. I have ready close to 40 books, contacted ...
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Ok, now that I have a number of trustees to research, I'd like to here from or talk with someone who has an SD-IRA. The prevailing wisdom has often been, "don't touch your retirement money to invest in real estate."As...
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Long story short, I got locked out of my apartment for over 2 hours last night. The 6 month old Kwikset deadbolt wouldn't turn all the way. While waiting outside I googled some stuff and came up with people saying the...