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Are there any local meet ups, groups, or anything going on to start meeting people and continue trying to learn more about real estate investing? I am currently reading the UBG and have Rich Dad Poor Dad on the way an...
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Hi, I am new to the Bigger Pockets community, but not new to REI. First, sorry if this is a long post, but I've been really into writing lately and hope you can bare with me and hope you may see some of yourself in m...
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Hello, everyone! I was reading today's BP email article about the 12 year old investor in Australia who bought his first investment property. He did all of this by winning participation in an investor mentorship progr...
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Hey guys!I've been actively educating myself on RE investing for the past 5 years. I recently graduated from college and plan to make RE a lifelong career. My vision is to own a company that invests in large apartment...
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Hello BP - first time going to go see a listing, not sure what to look for or what to do! You show up to the property and then what :DWhat's important to look for? Should your contractor come with you? What are the ob...
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Man, they are pumping up their seminars! Than Merrill and Fortune Builders are putting on their free seminar this week. Ads are on the radio, and apparently the TV too. I've never attended, but have read a few posts a...
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Hi Everyone,
I stumbled across this site from one of the blogs I read. From there I ran into the Podcast, which I've been listening to non-stop. It took me a while (a whole bunch of courage), but I've finally took th...
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Has anyone taken Gene Gaurino's home study course for opening an assisted living facility?? I'm wondering if you will get enough info to get a place up and running vs. going to AZ. for the 3 day seminar....
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Hi, I am quite new to real estate investment. I stumbled on some information about short term rental tax benefits as it pertains to lowering W-2 Income. I am trying to figure out if this is really as good as it soun...
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Hey y’all! I recently joined BP and am new to the wide world of REI. I’m a wife and mother of five looking to earn FIRE in the next 5-7 years. I’m a PharmD and work for a small pharmaceutical company in my W2. My imme...