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What are the steps to finding a mentor near you? Southern California is a tough market but when you push forward, you can get what you want. What are your tips and tricks on connecting with people local to you?
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Hey all! I wanted to see if any of you had any historical insight on the birth and growth of property management.
Any real estate history buffs out there have any info to share?
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I read an article today about China selling off its US treasuries and transferring to dollars. This is the reason for the recent uptick in the value of the dollar. While demand for US treasuries is still strong does a...
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I'm trying to understand how auction works. The example below shows a starting bid at 175k but I'm not understanding the estimated debt. Does that mean if I win the auction, I'll be liable for the debt as well?
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Hello Bigger Pockets members! This is my very first post and I am really interested in learning about real estate investing in Chicago. After recently being laid off I've decided now is the time to take control of my ...
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Red hot market = red hot competitionHow do you stand out from the rest of the investor pack in your City?I recently had this discussion with a Realtor. I am interested in what fellow investors are doing to stand out w...
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Hello, BP Family!!
I am excited to announce that I have my real estate licensing exam scheduled for this coming Thursday. As I prepare to start a new chapter in my professional journey in the heart of beautiful Ark...
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Any Success Signing up for Zillow Premier Agents, on Ads bought in targeted zip codesPros Cons Worth it or not? tips recommendationsSolid leads or notIs it worth shelling out thousands of dollars for?
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Hello,
I recently bought an investment property which is a townhouse and paid for it in all cash. Now, I have been approached to partner on a deal to buy/hold an apt complex (23 studios) but I need some of t...
I am fairly new here. No properties as of yet. I've got extreme interest in the no/low money down options. I've done a little research on the "subject to:" buying power. Can anybody advise what forms would be needed t...