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The real estate industry caters to independent strategies. For every investor, there is another way to go about conducting business. Some may prefer to utilize the convenience of technology while others want to mainta...
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If you have a CCIM designation, what was your experience like earning it? How much time did it occupy you in your life? Has this benefited your real estate investing career? Basically asking if it's worth the money :)...
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Hi BP family!Nadia here from NYC! I'm a first-time investor looking to network, learn and purchase my first investment property this year! I'm excited to interact, learn and grow my investment knowledge with some fant...
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Managing a property involves a myriad of responsibilities, from tenant relations to maintenance, financial oversight to legal compliance. For property owners, the decision to hire a property manager is a strategic one...
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As a property manager, the ability to identify a good rental property is crucial for success in the real estate industry. Knowing what to look for can save you time, money, and headaches in the long run. It's importan...
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I have an opportunity to present an apartment opportunity to a foreign investor with several million dollars to lead. My question is, based on your experience, what are the key items (bullet points, talking points, et...
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I've mostly been an investor in multi-family and would like to enter the self-storage arena. I'm considering a private placement / syndicated deal since I don't really have the time to actively manage or oversee a pro...
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I am a brand new investor who will be doing a first-ever auction on the 17th, online, hoping to buy a few tax lien certificates in Maryland. So that's one venture I'd welcome advice on.
I do see that the whole point...
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Hi all I am wondering what everyone is using to screen their tenants. What is the best tenant screening company for landlords that manage their properties?
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The FACTSYesterday I went driving for dollars and I finished with 13 addresses that appeared vacant. I entered the addresses into Thatsthem.com/address in an attempt to retrieve the associated phone numbers. Got 3 num...