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I need help. We are getting ready to list a long-term rental home out of state and do a 1031 exchange for a STR property (maybe two) closer to where we live in SoCal. Given the income potential, we think STRs are the ...
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BP Community,This is Shawn Ward of Belle Hampton Properties in Los Angeles. My partner and I just purchased our next flip in South Los Angeles and decided that instead of posting a success story at the end (which I st...
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Question for BP Members about what I should Do Now, is my state (CT) dying?Hi BP crew! I'm trying to get started in long term rentals and looking for some opinions, since I live in a declining state?I’ll start with my...
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What is the best way to analyze repairs on a property, if you don't work with a contractor?
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Hello everyone, my name is Cesar Vega. I'm a Software Developer turned Real Estate Investor. My goal is to generate wealth through real estate so that my family can have the financial freedom they deserve.I'm curren...
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I'm thinking of buying a very inexpensive condo in Washington DC in September or October. I'm not opposed to getting a very small house, but I don't think my budget will allow for even a small house in the DC area in...
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Hey all,I'm from Los Angeles and have been looking at out-of-state markets. Both Madison, WI and Grand Rapids, MI are interesting me because it seems that I can buy a quality multi-family in my budget of 70-110k.Is t...
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I'm looking to purchase my first property with my fiancé (both 25) with the goal being to establish our primary residence together, as well as giving me the opportunity to add equity/value via rehab before moving on a...
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Hello BP members,After months of listing to podcasts, reading books on real estate investing, and a little procrastination I am finally taking action on my first step to financial freedom. I currently live in Seattle ...
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So as the title states, what're some opinions when it comes to buying a starter home, below budget, VS buying 4 bedroom home that may stretch budget 40% of post tax income.Reason being and things I see, buying a star...