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Looking to start investing in real estate as part of my portfolio to get some reasonably passive cash flow going.A little about me and where I'm at.Been in the tech industry for a number of years in SF, but trying to ...
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As part of performing my market research I have been trying to go to as many open houses in my area (in my desired ARV price range) to get a feel for what is currently available on the market, what quality of material...
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Hi BP Folks,One year since I started on BP, I've finally purchased my first Buy and Hold in Chicago Pilsen area. It's a 3 flat and is fully rented, due to my FHA loan guidelines, I will be moving in once one of the le...
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Hello!For the past several months, I have been listening to the podcast and psyching myself up to start looking for properties in my neighborhood. Here is some information about myself: I live in the St. Louis Metro E...
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Good Day all! First off I have to say how glad I am to find this place. The depth of knowledge and willingness to help, answer questions and give pointers is fantastic. I realize I am behind the 8 ball a little bit...
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I'm trying to build a team, and of course I need a contractor. My brother in-law referred me to one and he is cool but something he won't answer my text about meeting up or what he thinks about a house. Is it becaus...
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Anyone use their service to set up an AZ limited partnership to protect your investments? I’m very intrigued by the service and how detailed the protection strategy is. Curious as to what anyone else’s experienc...
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This may come off as a rant but allow me to vent. How do you deal with ignorant, entitled tenants? As of now, I have a total of 3 units and 2 of them are occupied by the sweetest individuals. No, they don’t give me ch...
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I have read through the numerous rental open house posts here on BP and didn't see this covered. I will have approx. 20 copies of the application as well as 20 copies of what I'm calling "Important Lease Notes" where...