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Hello BP community!!!!I would love to hear what business, autobiography, or real estate books (or any other subject) that have inspired you both in business and in personal growth! I just finished Shoe Dog by Phil Kni...
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As a landlord myself (albeit not of many properties and none of them STR) I am curious what you would all do to handle this situation if you or a loved one were in it:My sister is a traveling surgical tech on a contra...
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Hello BP World:I'm a new investor and I plan on obtaining my real estate license to utilize all of the benefits rather than hiring one as "a middle man" for each flip. I'm wondering for those who flip houses while act...
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Anyone use Butchers Block Countertops in your Rentals? Looking for options for my kitchen renovation and the price of them seems good. Any pros and cons to them?
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My current tenant is about to move out, and I'm thinking about ways to make the transition to find the next tenant smoother. Some questions:1. One thought I had was to install a keypad lock. I'm a little confused on w...
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I don't know what all info is needed but I will list as much as I know. 1682 square feet. 841 per side. Built in 1977. Each is 2 bed and 1 bath. Property looks to be in good condition. Owner moved across county and do...
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Hi Everyone,
I’m a NJ resident and just starting my real estate investment journey. I’m considering Indianapolis as a potential market. Like most cities, I understand there are areas to avoid, but I’ve noticed that m...
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How do you strip thick paint off a deck? I put a little paint stripper on a patch, but it just gummies up the top layer slightly. Belt sander did a little better, but I would never finish. Is there a technique or p...
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Would love to hear your experience and advice on showing a rental property while current tenants are still occupying it? During any visit that I have had over the past year, the place has been fairly clean. It is a ...
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I just recently finished up the full purchase of our first small multifamily. Before this, I was in duplexes and single families. I feel I've come away from self-managed low C-class real estate investing with my share...