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Hey everyone! So I'm about to become a Real Estate Agent after I get my results from my school exam. I was wondering what brokerages in NYC (Manhattan) are best suited for beginners. My goal is to join a brokerage wit...
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I purchased 17 acres with a old farm house, a mother-in-law suit & several stocked ponds back in Nov. for $25,000 on the court house steps. The 1st day I go out there I have THIS neighbor come over and tell us how...
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Hi all,I just found my potential flip and now need to decide on appliances. Can I get by on "like new" or should I pay up and get new appliances for the kitchen. I was thinking everything except the frig since most ho...
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What is the best way to start a relationship with a small local bank for my future investments? Currently with one of the big banks and I'm sure they won't be easy to deal with. Should I just open a checking and s...
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I couldn't find a section on the forum to discuss this issue, but I desperately need advice. My mother had no will and life insurance, only asset she had was the house. One I grew up in all my life. I'm about to be me...
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I've been thinking about this for awhile but unsure how the exact mechanics work. Stability: Homeowners tend to stay in their homes longer than renters, which can create a more stable environment for families and chil...
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Hi BP,I need your help. I recently bought a duplex (house hack) and I looking to touch up the upstairs kitchen before I post the unit for rent. While my ultimate goal is to replace the cabinets I am unable to do so ri...
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With the world moving towards becoming more energy conscious and renovating homes for the future of our cities, does it make sense financially and logistically (time scales) to build more innovative homes with a focus...
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A little bit about myself: I work in commercial real estate for the federal government, doing portfolio management (office properties). I'm also an MBA student at nig...
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Helping out my brother in law who just bought a foreclosure. The previous owner still has all their stuff in there but they are not physically living there. The water is turned off and they have an apartment somewhere...