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It's true: you really don't need a real estate license to be a successful investor. Most people reading this already know that.BUT…There are five main reasons—and valuable ones, at that—for taking the exam and getting...
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Hello all,I have been researching notes since June of 2018. So far I've read several books and listened to several note podcasts to get myself educated; at this point I would say I know enough to make mistakes and lo...
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Just wondering how many people out there are trying to understand Dodd Frank and the "Ability to repay" standard that is required for all owner-occupied home loans. I've been having conversations with investors from ...
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I need to automate my application process. I'd like to use the existing form but have the option of folks filling it out on line and paying a fee via paypal, square or similar. Any input on best practices to do so?
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This is a topic with many opinions, many are just wrong missing the underlying requirements for the different licensing issues related to real estate ventures.
Areas where licenses may be or are required include, but...
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Hello Bigger Pockets - My name is Ben and I got started listening to the BP podcast on my drive to work last month. I'm currently renting in Boston, but interested in entering the world of multifamily properties. In p...
Hi,For those of you who have bought a property in another state than your residency, can you share your feedback on how you proceed, how did you find a good real state agent and property manager, what are the mistakes...
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Ignore the title of the post, please. I can't change it. Hi, As I research structuring, I have a few questions. Any help is greatly appreciated. Assume a sole prop Owner moving property management to member managed...
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I have a real estate wholesale deal under contract (fully executed purchase agreement), but the seller is now saying that they think they can get more money, so they’re not going to sell to me. Ideally,...
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Hey!Before doing a thorough inspection on the house to accurately estimate the rehab job, is there a quick method that anyone uses to calculate the rehab? In order to quickly weed out prospects when analyzing properti...