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It seems like so many clients and friends I talk to want to get started in real estate investing. With all the accessible information (including from platforms like BP) interest is higher than ever.My question is sim...
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I focus on commercial and haven't completed a residential short sale in about 4 years.
Me and my other broker friends I have been talking to recently are mentioning they are completing residential short sales on the ...
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OK. So here is the situation. I was in the process of purchasing a rental property through a Turnkey company that was asking $261,000 that just appraised at $226,000. Of course, I am not paying the original amount an...
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Investment Info:
Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Cape Coral.
Purchase price: $60,000
Cash invested: $60,000
2/2 across from canal in desirable neighborhood - Bought from health f...
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Hi all,I am a little curious what veteran STR people think about the current market- specifically, VACATION ONLY MARKETS. By vacation only markets, I mean places where basically nobody is moving for a primary residenc...
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I worked in the automotive repair industry for over 15 years where my image was not of major relevance. Employees wore coveralls and had no personal dealings with the public. You don't need to look like a rockstar to ...
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I just signed up for @Michael Quarles gold coaching program. My brother and I have been following and listening to his podcasts for at least 6 months now. His podcasts have been one area where I have learned so much...
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Hey BP. I wanted to share a tough lesson learned, partly to help others learn from my experience and partly to seek any words of wisdom/encouragement. :( Thanks in advance!I am just 2 weeks from closing on my first p...
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Has anyone talked to these guys? Peter Vekselman and Joe McCall?I’m always interested in ways I can plug holes in my business and farm out the things that I am not best at. So I looked into Peter Vekselman and Joe M...
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My inspiration for real estate investing came from reading Rich Dad Poor Dad. I was so intrigued and held captive by every word in the book that I read it in less than 24 hrs. (It would've took less time if i locked m...