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Just had my first meeting with a private lender after we were connected by a mutual friend. We got to know each other over the span of an hour, and I left the meeting with an understanding that he would be willing to...
Hi everyone, I am an international student working full-time under Optical Practical Training EAD, and I am considering purchasing a multifamily home as an investment property partnering with my uncle, who is a US Cit...
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I own a property in my personal name that is insured under my personal homeowners policy and also an umbrella policy. However, I operate the property management under an LLC. Do I need a separate insurance policy for ...
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Are lenders who are asking for a "retainer" or "due diligence" fee a real thing? Sounds, like another scam for real estate investors who are looking for money or need money as easy prey. Can someone explain that pro...
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Hi Everyone,I currently live in San Jose, CA and I am looking to purchase my first investment property in Tampa, FL. I have a potential property that I am currently interested in and I am looking to get pre-approved f...
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When it comes to creating a powerful brand in the real estate investment industry, choosing the right company name is crucial. Your company name should align with your target market and convey the essence of your busi...
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I live in Central NJ and am currently looking to invest in my first rental home. Property taxes here are so high that I'm feeling like this isn't the right place for us to invest. We have also looked into the Oregon m...
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Hello BP, I'm looking to start investing in the Atlanta Georgia market in the coming months. However at the moment I am not currently living in the area. I am curious to know if any investors, remote or local, with pr...
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Hello,I'am in Portland OR market. i'm a General Contractor who wants to start fix/flip for my bizness. I was wondering where could i start looking for private money in my neighborhood. I've exhausted my bank loans for...
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I’m trying to find a good contractor who can replace the main beam. After shopping around, we narrow down to 2 contractors. Contractor A has good reviews online and offered me to do the job for $13k. He has proper com...