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I know that it is possible to purchase real estate using a self directed 401k using a variety of strategies, either purchasing in full or partnering with “yourself” outside of the 401k to purchase the property. Howeve...
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Hi Everyone, I just wanted to know some of the tips you all use to start in real estate with the anxiety of uncertainty. Thats of course if any of you went through this. My story: I have been wanting to start in real...
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Hello Everyone,
I would like to introduce myself. My name is Tikiesha Machelle. But most people call me "T" because my name is a bit hard to pronounce and spell. n_n
I very green to the scene. I am a re...
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Hello BP!I'm located in an area where large multi family units are common, I'm VERY interested in skipping the SFH game and get right into investing in commercial apartment complexes. Could anyone recommend some readi...
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Hi Everyone,I'm 22 years old and am excited to get started in real estate. I grew up in Illinois and have been living and working in Boston since March 2016. I want to begin buy and hold, rental investing. Living in B...
My name is John and I live in south central PA. I am hoping someone is willing to help or direct a newbie like me to is hoping to learn about the criteria involved in finding their first deal. My interest is a renta...
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Hello everyone! My husband (Brian) and I are new investors in Whidbey Island, WA. We purchased our first duplex last year and are gearing up for our next property. I work as a Finance Manager for a government contr...
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Hello BP folks, I am an event producer turned construction management student that got into the BP podcast during monotonous shifts of painting, sanding, etc., at my previous job. You can only listen to a good music p...
Hello! I am new investing in real estate and from the education I have been gathering here in BP, books, and videos, one recommendation is to check population growth, economy, employment rate, etc… in order to invest ...
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Hi!My name is Vuthy Seang and recently discovered Bigger Pockets. It has changed my whole mindset about REI. I never thought it would be possible to do what I hear others have been doing. I have been listening to as m...