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Wow! Where to begin!?!A quick background on how I got involved in real estate investing. I started a new job a couple years ago. About a year in, my boss asked me if I was interested in retiring in 10 year. I obvio...
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G’dayHow do you track your expenses and find a balance between being a spendthrift and being too conservative? What does that middle ground look like for you? Many ThanksAhmed Aboelela
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I am preparing some documents that I would be able to provide to a hard money lender when approaching them. Definitely looking for properties that need work. I plan on using a contractor, but don't have somebody I use...
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Hello BP,I have years of experience wholesaling properties for investors to flip or rent. They usually use hard money or cash to purchase their homes. I am now under contract to buy my first home where I will be livin...
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I'm hoping there are some tips or tools out there to help:
- more accurately budget for finishes during deal analysis phase
- more quickly translate budgeted/preliminarily selected finishes to a 'key li...
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Hi all, i am building a new construction, a single family home to sell. This is my first real estate investing project. I hired a project manager to oversee the project. We agreed upon the time schedule and budget at ...
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Hello all,I'm new to the BiggerPockets forum but I figured there's no harm in sharing my experiences as a novice in case others have advice. I am currently in a house rehabbing and flipping situation not by choice, bu...
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Hey everyone,
After some in-depth research, we're looking to invest in Atlanta, GA. Specifically, we've got our eyes on some really cool neighborhoods like Buford, Midtown Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Aerotropolis, Peach...
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What have you found to be a simple but effective way to make a budget for your personal finances when you also have expenses related to your properties?
I often find myself asking questions like "Can I afford this im...
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Hey BP,Does anyone have a Monthly P+L/budgeting template they use for underwriting bigger value add apartment deals they would be willing to share?Have an accepted LOI on a 46 unit apartment building. The value add wi...