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New investor here. My first property was a multi-family in Iowa. I got it for dirt cheap, and now I see why. The former owner (LLC) was rather lacking on upkeep of the units. And now after a year, the utilities are ea...
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We all have different cleaning standards, but some people are just filthy! Below are images from an actual apartment that's been occupied by the same tenant for almost 30 years. He pays 15% below market rate but has n...
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I am trying to decide whether househacking makes sense here if my goal is to generate $6K/month passive income asap.
I live in bay area California. I have the opportunity to build two ADUs on my primary residence. Th...
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I am a real estate agent and up until last week, I was working as an 'independent contractor' doing marketing and providing real estate assistance for a top real estate agent. When I gave my resignation, as her market...
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[b]I have made an offer on a property through a wholesaler. Is there any reason that we can't just close through the title company with the current owner and have the wholesaler paid from the owners proceeds. I would ...
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Hello BP Community,This is my first BP post, so please forgive me if I deviate from any community posting practices and standards. I have been renting in Jersey City for approx. three years, and have always had an int...
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Hello all, I am just starting out in this real estate investing business and I need advice from like-minded individuals. I went to one of those "guru" classes last August and ended up purchasing a course package. Befo...
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I read a lot about the need to protect your personal assets if you own rentals or from your business activities.
My question is... Who has personal assets that are worth worrying about protecting?
If a...
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Where can I find private money for a well known R.E. Investor Franchise (Homevestors) the loan can be secured by the franchise, they will allow an transfer for a fee.