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This question seems to come up a lot on the BP forum.Here is the step-by-step instruction how I got variance for SFH zoning to be used as a duplex with the budget and time schedule 1)Zoning application. Fee is $25.00 ...
My wife and I bought our first rental house. Wow the place was a wreck but the more people I am talking to it seems to be the case when you purchase something off market. My question is the wood floors they are origin...
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HI !Considering making an offer on a foreclosure in New Kensington area of Pittsburgh. This is not an auction, it’s on the MLS, owned by Freddy Mac. The house is in pretty decent shape, I have an agent/appraiser/inves...
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Hi all! I've been reading up on BiggerPockets and I'm very interested in investing in real estate, specifically within the Denver area. My goal is buy/hold/cashflow to eventually be able to REI full-time. My plan i...
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Hi All!I'm new to buy and hold investing. I'm using a excel spreadsheet that has a conservative 10% vacancy reserve and 10% maintenance reserve every month. I've spoken with turnkey companies that say they use a much ...
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I have a few questions on how other multifamily owners handle their snow removal. When hiring services out do you pay a flat rate or by the hour? Does this include both driveways and walks?
I realize I have ...
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Hey BP!I was just curious as to how many of you got started in regards out of state investing? How did you go about the process outside of an agent in that area? Did you make the offers through them or try to contact ...
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Any thoughts...house built in late 50's...some electric upgrades but still mostly original. All copper wire, non-grounded.
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Flip Summary - Phoenixville, PASnapshotDeal SummaryThis property was sourced directly from the MLS. With often competitive MLS deals, my mindset is with enough persistence, there is plenty of opportunity for all. It...
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I was hoping someone could clarify for me. What are the benefits of being a note holder as opposed to being an owner of real property?
Why should a seller carry financing or a full note when it seems more beneficial...