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Hey BP Community - My employer does not match 401k contributions so I'm considering abandoning the contributions altogether and instead investing in something like the SPY ETF on a regular basis. I'm curious if anyone...
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Hello,
I need to order a deadbolt and doorknob lock that I can rekey myself multiple times. Landlord locks told me I have to send in the lock everytime I need it rekeyed when a tenant leaves which doesn't sound effic...
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I would LOVE to hear all stories about the first deal you as an investor have closed. These stories are so inspirational to me!Please SHARE SHARE SHARE!
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Hello Bigger Pockets Community!
I have been listening to the podcast for over a year and am currently reading books by David Greene and Brandon Turner. Up to this point I have been a passive observer of REI. In fact,...
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Hello... I am just beginning to play with this for the first time.It is looking like the analyzer is calculating only 80% of whatever loan I put in to give me my monthly amount and total deal numbers, etc...Does anyon...
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Like most new investors, I am working on building capital in order to properly fund my first deal. I have a good amount of equity in my personal home and have a 2 part question to pose here:
1- Is using equity from m...
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I'm a retired Industrial tech educator and wrestling coach. Currently I'm a real estate sales broker (14yrs) . I have years of exprience in new builts and total renovations. I have flipped a couple of properties and...
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Wondering what other seasoned investors are doing? If you have an option, would you put down 20% down for a conventional loan or get little bit more ROI for 25% down. I rather put 20% down and use remaining 5% cash to...
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If I own 2 LLC in Texas and one in Oklahoma would it be best to open one umbrella LLC at a bank and list these 3 LLC's under it? I'm looking for protection and to pay less taxes.
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I am currently in the process of saving up for the total costs (dp/closing/reserve) for my first house hack. I was wondering for those who have a house hacked or are currently saving in the process, what would you rec...