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Hi everyone,
I'm looking to invest in short-term rentals in California but want to focus on markets that have a relatively smooth and less restrictive process for obtaining permits. I’m already aware of the popularit...
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When analyzing deals, is it better to apply the 50% rule to a deal, or go through and apply a certain percentage of rent to anticipated expenses, being Vacancy, Maintenance, Capital Expenses, and Property Management? ...
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What's going on BP! So I listened to the Lance Wakefield podcast yesterday and I mean it is truly inspiring. If you have listened to it you know what I am talking about and if you haven't I think you should check it o...
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Hi there, first time poster, long time listener of the podcasts. I'll get straight to the heart of my question: I'm losing money on an investment property which, according to market prices, *should* be very profitab...
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Hello everyone. I'd like to consult with you about my issue.There's a contractor that we've been working together on a few projects in the past two years, I can tell that he's very experienced, and very reliable. But,...
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Greetings everyone! Beginner investor from NYC and I am definitely over this city. Cost of living is too high and market is too expensive for a newbie like me. I am currently reading up a lot on RE and listening to a ...
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In the most recent episode of the BP Podcast (543) Gino Wickman said if you're trying to make 6 figures then you shouldn't be doing any work that is less than $25/hour. I've heard it before from Brandon, David, and th...
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Has anyone ever bought a property with seller financing through a wholesaler? I'm sure wholesalers prefer all cash offers or am I mistaken? I figure as long as the wholesaler finds a buyer and they make their fee, wha...
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I am not looking to flip this house, but I feel that BRRRR’ing a property is pretty similar. I have an abandoned property that has been abandoned and vacant for at least 5 years. It has central heat and air, has a met...
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Hello, I'm new to Bigger Pockets and wanted to share my first post. I'm looking to acquire my first investment property within the next year, ideally a multi-family home in/near northern NJ. I'm particularly intereste...