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Hey BP!I was studying Real-estate and a question came to my mind. When determining if a potential house will be great for house hacking what is the criteria to look for? Should i be using Cap rates, COC return, or whi...
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I plan on house-hacking a duplex in Long Beach/Lakewood/Redondo/San Pedro.I read that in Long Beach, Airbnb is allowed only if the property is owner occupied. Is this true?I am also considering finding a duplex in Lak...
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Hi Friends,This question is in regards to direct "Portfolio" lenders only. Not resellers of loans.Top 3 Largest Bridge (Fix n Flip) single family portfolio lenders?Top 3 Largest DSCR single family portfolio lenders?Gr...
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I just turned 15, I live in the Denver area. I've been interested in Real Estate for a few months now. I've been reading all good books, (Rich Dad Poor Dad, Riches Man in Babalon, Guide to investing with low or no mon...
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First Post! My name is Garrett Haynes and I live in North West Arkansas. New to real estate investing but excited to get started. Most valuable things/lessons/skills etc. I’ve acquired over the years have been a resul...
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Hi there BP community!I'm a RE newbie, after watching HGTV's Flip or Flop, I can't wait to get my feet wet flipping a property of two. Is a small war chest of $100k capital possible to get started?Has anyone here done...
1. The guide says shoot for 2% of purchase price for rents, assuming that wont fly in Austin ? Also says for flips use the 70% rule and ive been presented a few deals now that are not close to the 70% ARV after purcha...
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Hello all, my name is Lakeisha, and I relocated to the DC area about a year and a half ago from Boston, MA. I have a pretty good job that pays well, and life in general is good. I bought my first home last year, a...
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Greetings BP members! My name is Josh and I am new to the Jacksonville, FL real estate scene and excited to get started!A little about me: I spent four years in the US Navy as an Aircraft Mechanic. I am currently a fu...
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Hello BP,I have listened to many podcasts that tell me that if you have a deal, then raising the money shouldn't be an issue. However, my client has a deal that I am helping him fund where he is offering 50% return o...