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Hi BP- My name is Jake and I am brand new to the game. My story isn't all that unique from many on this website. I'm 30 years old, I have a decent career in finance, I have a growing family, and I'm looking for ways t...
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Hello everyone. New to BP. New(ish) to real estate as a whole. Residing in Des Moines, IA. Just bought my first property in December 2019. It's a live-in for my family and me and now I'm trying to work my way into the...
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Hello friends!This just sent to me from one of my top lender partners:Starting November 18th, 2023, Fannie Mae is rolling out a game-changing update to its guidelines, specifically focusing on down payment requirement...
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I am back in the real estate game after taking 2 years off to open a restaurant (which is doing well by the way). I have not added anything to my real estate portfolio since 2014 and now I'm ready to add some properti...
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Hi everyone I’m new to the real estate game but I want to start investing here in SD. I grew up here and I am very excited for the new adventure. I’m looking to connect with any lenders, builders, investors etc. Le...
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Good Evening All,After years of sitting on the sidelines wishing to be in the game, we made a decision to get involved and close on our first investment property this week. Price of 134,000 nd the appraisal came back ...
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I am both excited and nervous to be exploring real estate investing in Central Ohio and beyond.
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HELLO, Im 21 years old and a junior in college.
Really excited to purchase my first MFR!
Need some advice/opinions here.
Is it ok if I take out a personal loan to put 3.5% down with a FHA loan? House would be ar...
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I am a Pittsburgh based real estate agent that is looking to develop working relationships with builders, developers, and investors. I have many ideas, some outside the box. I started my career in real estate contac...
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Hi guys, I am excited to be part of this huge and awesome community that has already been so helpful! I am just starting my real estate education and am on the site to learn as much as I can before I jump in! Obviousl...