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Hello BP community,As is probably the case with many investors, I started off the year very focused, with set goals and strategies to accomplish my objectives. After COVID-19 hit, I have had to reassess my plans and I...
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I haven't done a security deposit return for years, so I tried this one on a new to me spreadsheet. The main problem was dog odor. Do my deductions seem reasonable, in line with currently higher labor rates?1328 Illin...
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Hi this is my first post at bigger pockets. My main goal with real estate investment is generating money for retirement and not doing full time REI. My thought is to purchase another home in 3 to 5 years, rent the one...
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I originally started real estate investing 15 years ago with a linear approach. I’m looking to move to the exponential side to grow my portfolio for the next 10 years. My existing properties are in the Northeast regio...
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I am Fatoumata Diallo, currently residing in Boston, MA. I am embarking on a journey into real estate investment and find myself particularly drawn to Airbnb hosting and fix-and-flip ventures. My overarching objective...
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Looking to see if anyone has done a flip on a house while living with a child? My child will be about 2 years old while this will be going on so I am looking to see what peoples thoughts will be and if anyone has done...
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I know it's been discussed many times previously on buying SFR vs MF for rental.
Obviously part of it depends on whether your objective is cash flow, or an appreciation play or both etc...
No question S...
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Hello,My name is Zach, I am just getting started and looking to invest in multi family properties. My main market will be the greater Milwaukee area. I have read a few books, listen to a few podcasts, and want to get ...
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Hello chat, I am currently interested in an acre lot here in Texas. I’m waiting to hear back from a city representative to see if it’s possible to divide the lot into multiple lots and put a mobile home on each lot.On...
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I found an interesting property that needs some cosmetic upgrades. In addition, it has a large unfinished basement. How do I figure out how much value I could add to the ARV by finishing out the basement?
I've seen ...