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Hey there folks!The pandemic has shifted the courses of many professionals in this country, and I was one of them. Small bit of background- I have been working in the Theatre/Opera Industry for the past 10 years or so...
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I am wondering if anyone has used COGO funding out of Idaho?
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It looks like this is a big one. Any BP friends in Texas affected?
I am always concerned about earthquakes in CA.
What do you guys do to prepare for those emergencies?
Is earthquake insurance a good idea?
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I used conventional financing for a few smaller properties but am now looking at some 8-plexes. Looking to borrow about $500-800k, depending. Commercial financing is new to me -- how do I navigate finding small loans?...
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Hello all, my name is Alex and I am a 24 year old college grad living in Maryland. Growing up, I have always enjoyed working with my father for his one man company that focuses on remodels and home reno. I have worked...
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Hey Everyone!Thank you for your time, and I'm grateful to be a new addition to this community. I've been interested in real estate for some time, but shied away from aggressive investing because of what happened to so...
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Last year I lost one of my rental properties due to fire. I had the structure raised and removed and don't plan on re-building. I've been having litter issues with people dumping their trash and old furniture, etc a...
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Hello BiggerPockets members!
I am new to the real estate dream. I’m looking to get started soon but first, anyone looking for RE buddy? To discuss real estate in MI.
I am prefer an experienced investor. All persons...
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Hello BP, my introduction is long overdue. I stumbled upon BP around 2010, but never navigated or followed-up within this site. I hadn't suspected this site to be such a beneficial real estate education and network...
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Hello BP,
Ive been lurking on the site for a week and making my way through the the suggested reading. What can I say, Im a bit overwhelmed at realizing how much I dont know. I bought a SFR in Oklahoma in 2005 and w...