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I want to focus this post on issues that have cost me money that were avoidable.#1 Fires, I have lost three homes to fires. Two were caused by humans. I should have insured the homes, sold them, or done something to m...
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So I was browsing on "another" forum and saw this posted. Admittedly, it gave me a glimmer of hope for this country's future.
Valedictorian Speaks Out Against Schooling in Graduation Speech
by Erica Goldson
Here I...
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Just start to rehabbing and would like to know what is the most effective way to secure a vacant property in rehabbing stage. I read about the topics online and it seems that Dog, CCTV, light are useful. Without Wifi,...
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Is there anyone experienced in shipping container homes? Starting a new multifamily project and any advice would be awesome, thanks!
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"20 years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than the ones you did. So throw off the bow lines. Sail away from safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover...
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My name is Matt Hostert and I'm a new real estate invester from Dubuque, Iowa. I currently own one single family home - which I live in, along with two tenants. My long term goal is to acquire single family and small...
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I am buying a brand new construction and was wondering if it makes sense to spend the $400 for a home inspection? What could possibly turn up with a brand new build? I am open to hearing all opinions.
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Hello Everyone,
My name is Ansarae Kayron Salahuddin b.k.a Rae. I'm currently working in the medical field at Jackson Health System as an HR professional. I'm also in graduate school studying to obtain an MBA degree...
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So I was on the phone with my private money lender today discussing our next possible deal.
We spoke for a few minutes. He waa hesitant like he wanted to say something but didn't.
Then he texts me this:
I hav...
We're planning to upgrade a large kitchen (repainting cabinets, new hardware, and new countertops). The existing granite is in perfect condition, but we're looking at changing colors. Attaching an image of the island ...