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As a real estate agent and seasoned short-term rental (STR) host with over seven years of experience, I've seen the STR market evolve, especially post-2021, where competition is at an all-time high. Here are some key ...
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Hi All, Just incase you don't make it past this sentence, my first question is.. DOES THIS EXIST? Summary: I’m currently working on a project to analyze rental market trends and help real estate investors, landlords, ...
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Hello BP community,
I was talking to my contractor about a property I am looking to purchase in Northwest Philly.
Purchase Price $35k
Repairs $30k
ARV $90k
He could be interested in pu...
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What colors, types, and brands of paint do you use in your rentals? I am looking for something that I can use on all of my property. Thanks for the info.
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What Does A Property Management Company Do Anyway?
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It's been a long time since my last post. In the last 2 years, I have had the opportunity to buy and hold an 8 unit and flipped 2 SFR (currently flipping the 2nd). Oh, what fun. I have also joined up with a partne...
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As simple as It sounds which one do you feel is best and why?
I'm asking to see what makes most sense to pursue given time, money, and what scales best with economies of scale?
Quick back story:
I am looking to ...
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Hello Bigger Pockets members,Attached is a copy of my direct mailer that I have been sending out for the past three months. I'm looking for any advice on what I should/could change to improve my response rate. I have ...
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Hello everyone. I am looking for the best website to run a check on tenants prior to them moving in without spending a lot of $$. Anyone have any advice? Thanks
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Hello all,
I am thinking of starting to invest in commercial real estate. That being said, what is the biggest drawbacks/challenges that CRE owners have to face?
Thanks,
Nick