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Happy hump day to the incredible BP community! My husband and I work in CA Bay Area. We are looking to diversify and expand our real estate portfolio by investing in long-term single-family/duplex rental properties ou...
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I recently have a rat issue at my SFR. The rats are coming in from the roof. I called a rat exterminator and he said there are 3 openings on the roof which they are entering from. He set traps in the attic and said he...
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I have found since being on BP that many people talk up their successes, which is great, but it creates a synergy and we often forget to discuss about the reality of life, success is usually preceeded by failures.As ...
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I have an HVAC system servicing a 3 level rowhome split into a duplex. There are two separate entrances to the rowhome with one entrance leads upstairs to a 2 floor, 2/1 apartment. The other goes downstairs into a st...
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Good afternoon ya'll - Still narrowing in on a region to focus on, but leaning towards N/NE coast (Carolina, Rio Grande, Fajardo, Luquillo, Ceiba) given the volume of properties compared to other areas; I'm also becom...
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What is your opinion on whether it is more cost effective to buy hot tubs new as opposed to used, or vis versa?
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I have a daughter in college with a 4yr tuition bill that will total $120,000 plus. So, while money is tight I thought it would be a good idea to purchase home warranties for our 3 homes (10 individual units in total ...
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Has anyone gone through the process of converting a single-family home into a duplex legally? Working with the city, getting permits etc. I'd love to connect & get some advice. Thanks!
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Hello all,I would like to know on how to research the cities in which there could be a cash flow on property after 20% down. OR are there any cities that you guys have in mind that have returns as such. Currently, in ...