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Hello fellow Biggerpocket-ers in the Houston areaI am looking to purchase my first home at 22 years old this May-June in the South East Houston area near UH campus. I have about 12k saved up and make about 35k per yea...
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Hello BP community,I’m looking into purchasing some vacant land that is zoned for small multi family construction. I was wondering if anyone here had any tips/recommendations/ or experiences with Refinancing a new bui...
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Hey All!Does anyone have any experience with, or knowledge of, using solar panels as a tax strategy for STRs?I'm curious if there's more benefit to getting solar on an STR other than the idea of the energy cost saving...
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I've been contemplating the idea of becoming a real estate investor for some time now, but kept putting it aside to save up enough for a good down payment. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to save as much as I'd lik...
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I recently discovered that I can list my properties FSBO on the MLS for a flat fee to a broker without using a sales agent. I've been doing this in Florida with a brokerage called Addvantage Real Estate, but I'm look...
I’m interested in finding out about the different options available for acquiring a down payment on a commercial loan. I’ve heard of the borrower taking out a loan for the down payment? Is this normal or ok? Of course...
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I want to start investing, not sure which direction to go. I’m a Realtor in DFW but new to the investment side. We are having trouble getting a loan because of our DTI ratio. I may have access to about 20-30k, should ...
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Hey guys, is there a easy way to receive rents from tenants who have or may not have checking accounts. ? where would be best to keep rent/investment monies. Any Advise would be appreciated
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I've been a lurker here for a little bit (for landlord stuff) and recently made a good friend that explained the benefits of being a member here. So here I am.... In 2014 I sold a double lot in Logan Square and purcha...
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Hello BP!Wanted to introduce my self and begin to build connections here. I have been a podcast listener for the last year or so, but just recently got serious about building my knowledge base and savings to do my fir...