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In an effort to gain a bit more independence from the large platforms, do any of you build your own direct booking websites? I'm looking at Lodgify right now and I'm wondering if its just paying another platform fee ...
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I just joined BP. I'm living in Poulsbo, WA. Like many people I hear in the BP podcast and other real estate podcasts for that matter, I was introduced to the idea of real estate through "Rich Dad, Poor Dad." So I too...
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IntroductionBuying a property is not just a financial transaction; it's a decision deeply influenced by psychology.Have you ever wondered why some people pay more happily for a home while others hesitate even when pre...
My husband and I are looking to buy an investment property in Florida (open to other suggestions) but short term rentals are so hard to come by with HOA’s. I saw a website for mid term rentals with fully furnished pla...
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IntroductionBuying a property is not just a financial transaction; it's a decision deeply influenced by psychology.Have you ever wondered why some people pay more happily for a home while others hesitate even when pre...
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Do you use Linkedin? If so, which membership do you use? Is it Premium, Sales, or ? Also, other than subscribing to different groups, I notice some of you have posts of podcasts, blogs, etc. Exactly how do you use Lin...
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Today our Wardley Real Estate sales office in Las Vegas was visited by Lennar Homes, and their spokesperson had interesting news. In the year to come Lennar homes plans to build and sell what they call "The Conn...
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Hello BP,Could anyone give any insight on reputable property management companies in the Killeen area? I know it's hard to find a company that is perfect, but is there a company that you have come across who haven't r...
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I have been looking at Google's Hangout and it seems you can do group video on it among other things.
With Skpe they allow one party video but if you want groups they charge for it.
What do you see as Google's angle...
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Hi newbie here from San Diego just trying to learn a lot before I buy my first home in 2021. I'm 29 years old and run a one man online business from home that I've been doing full time now for the last 4 years. I've...