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I am looking to learn all I can about the Real Estate market, and how to participate as an investor. I have no real Real Estate knowledge, just a general concept. I am very new to forums, I have never ever participate...
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I've been a member of BiggerPockets for a while now but have never really utilized the tools and information provided by this community.I am looking to make a change in my life, and I believe investing in real estate ...
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Just thought I would share that I met with my lender in Wisconsin which is a community property state, and she told me that my husbands debts will count against me when figuring debt to income. I had always thought if...
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Hello everybody!I am a new member who just stumbled upon this amazing tool and community! My background is IT and have very little RE investing experience however I am eager to change this.Having lived in the Bay Area...
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Hi everyone, I found BP on YouTube and has awoken that curiosity in investing again after becoming comfortable with my job. I am as newbie as it comes and fully ready to learn and grow. Thank you
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Does anyone have a portfolio lender or community bank recommendation in Georgia? I have a few properties I want to do a cash out refinance for and prefer to find a lender who will not factor in my personal DTI (high s...
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Hello bp I've noticed I don't see a lot of posts from San Antonio Texas so I thought I would drop a line to meet others in the buisness here.
I am just starting my networking and have only found 2 meetup groups...
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Hi everyone, I've been listening to the podcast for a few months now and finally got around to signing up. In '17 I left a boring 9 to 5 career in finance behind to pursue an exciting full time RE investment life sty...
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Hello Bigger Pockets Community!I am new here and just wanted to share a little bit about my journey so far. I was introduced to Bigger Pockets by a friend on September 29th. My eyes have been opened. I feel like I am ...
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I will be meeting with CPA's and Real Estate Attorneys to really answer the legal side of my question, but until then, I'd like to hear the advice from experienced investors here on BP.
If I'm going to persoanlly se...