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Hi everyone! Quick question, what’s everyone’s view on purchasing a duplex that has tenants in them already? I know David talks about screening tenants and making sure YOU choose a good fit for your place, as it can m...
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Why do real estate investors host seminars? Do they not enough capital or team that can invest and buy into any and almost property available?
Put my first offer on a rental property on Friday, now the wait begins. I am a total newbie stepping into the uncharted waters of real estate investing. After countless hours and nights studying and playing with figur...
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I tend to over-describe and give way too much detail. I'm a teacher, I can't help it.So, when I was at my cabin last weekend, cleaning for the photo shoot, I couldn't help but notice that my immediate next door neigh...
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HI BP,My husband and I are seriously looking into purchasing a STR and vacation home in the North Carolina mountain area. We currently live about 4.5-5.5 hours away depending on where we purchase the property, so we w...
I'm trying to get into real estate investing, and I have had people tell me to get a CCIM designation. I was told that it is a great couple of courses on financial analysis for all types of real estate investing. Howe...
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I have been told that laminate flooring is the way to go when it comes to flooring a rental because it is long lasting and durable. Is there anyone with experience that can verify this?
If this is true, is there a p...
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Hi, I'm looking for advice on ways to increase my occupancy rate for my STR in Poconos, PA. I began listing my property in May and have only had 2 bookings (both 5 star ratings). I feel like my property isn't competit...
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Hey everyone,Ran into a situation today where an offer I made was not only denied but followed up with a lengthy email about how I am a scam artist and that if I'm not serious about buying the home than she is a busin...