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Yes!!!! It's been a long time coming! But not really... I've been working really hard to get everything off the ground with my new endeavor and Real Estate investing business.
After nearly 2 years of self educatio...
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I am sure this question has been asked before, I am doing some research and survey, and would appreciate any suggestions, thoughts, and advice. The scenario: "I have been a casual real estate investor for some time, b...
Hi Bigger Pockets Friends,I'm writing for advice on financing because I just ran into a jam, and want to know what you all would do if you were in a similar situation. I've been following the Bigger Pockets forum for ...
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If i use a contractor to give me repair estimates, eventually i will need to pay him for his time and estimates, but is it worth it because i wouldnt want to pay him to make a repair estimate on a property that i don...
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I’m considering getting rid of my desktop computer and using a laptop exclusively. Laptops are fast, cheap, mobile and can be hooked up to a big monitor when available. I think desktops are becoming a thing of the ...
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I currently have a deal locked up under contract using a 20% down conventional loan. Single fam 3 bed 1 bath. I got it at full price ($75K) without seeing it first. The property is tenant occupied by a tenant who was ...
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I recently looked at a home that I'm doing numbers on. The only problem is, how do I estimate pest control into my repair costs unless I get an inspection done? Is there any other way to estimate it now or should I ...
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Hi Everyone, I am a REI newbie looking to purchase my first investment property soon. I came across a wholesaler in my area (which is expensive from property tax viewpoint), who has a deal for me. It looks all right b...
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Strategy: Buy & Hold, Live in for 2 years, remodel it while living in it, then move out.I've been all excited since I "found a gem" but now after running number over and over and over again I break-even only if I ...
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Hello everyone. I'll make this short and to the point....(maybe)Bought my 1st property back in Jan of this year. 2 Family Semi in Staten Island, NY. I would live in the main house and rent out the apartment was the go...