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I have learned a ton on this website, including the 50% rule regarding expenses (not including P&I). Look at gross rents (for example, $1,000 a month), and expect $500 in operating expenses. Now my question is, d...
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Hello!I finished classes at Hondros in Westerville and am ready to take the exam to become licensed, but I need a sponsor. My only goal is to find deals for the serious investors in Columbus, Ohio (like John Horner). ...
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I had a guest stay this weekend for two nights. $500/night. First night AC was broken. It was just fixed and they will have the second night in AC. Should I give them a full refund for the first night? Or partial? Wha...
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Work isn't a four letter word often associated with short term rental properties or vacation rental homes but probably should be.
I reckon in the past four years, I've covered as complete spectrum of vacation rental...
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Good Afternoon BP! I've been away from the forum for a few weeks, but have still been reading, listening, and otherwise studying up. A recent (really positive) change in circumstances has me moving overseas in the c...
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Hello fellow Biggerpockets. Does anyone have experience and success in purchasing properties as an investment to be used for AirBnb in Panama City, Panama? Just wondering if the risk and benefit is worth it or not. Wo...
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Hello BP, I've been looking to buy my first rental property (small multi) within the next three months and have been looking to house hack while renting by the room. I wanted to reach out and ask everyone for there ex...
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Hello!
Currently in the search and doing due diligence on STRs that are on or near the beach, and wanted to see from others experience how much the view from a rental matters in terms of rental returns. We are lookin...
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I'm considering partnering with someone to try and Airbnb. I'm inspired to try running an Airbnb long distance. https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/biggerpoc... This situation is appealing, as my partner would ...
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Good morning, I'm new to Bigger Pockets and am currently looking to purchase my first Air BNB. I'd like to post two questions. 1. One tool I've started using on AIR DNA is the "Rentalizer" and I'm seeking feedback fro...