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Hi, I am Dezmon Jackson and I am 24-years old and I have recently in this past year began studying real estate to become an investor. I am looking to get involved in Small-Multi Family properties and Short-Term Rental...
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In the world of entrepreneurship, purchasing an existing business can be an exciting path to growth and success. However, the challenge lies in securing the necessary funds to acquire these established enterprises. Wh...
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Do you choose the red or blue pill? No, I am not talking about politics. For those who haven't seen "The Matrix," the two pills represent two choices of reality. The red pill yields an understanding of the unsettling ...
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I’m a 25 year old mom of three, working full time, and I have a burning desire and motivation to do so much more and I’ve been taking steps to get started but I can’t help but find myself in analysis paralysis. I woul...
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I have been using Airbnb at my property to bring in extra cashflow and have been very successful. I am looking for a house where I can live with reduced rent or no rent, and AIRBNB the rooms for you! I will manage the...
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I've seen articles similar to this many times, so I think there's a lot to this. According to a Business Insider article, one habit millionaires have in common is reading. Having said that, they don't read just anythi...
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Too many entrepreneurs make good money each year but pay Uncle Sam 35-50% of it.
It takes a long time to build a massive wealth snowball when 1/3 to 1/2 of your snow gets chopped off each year.
Real estate can h...
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This might be an interesting topic born from another thread.
When is buying or operating in real estate a speculative venture and when are you investing? How do you define speculating and investing, what's the differ...
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I am considering the possibility of leaving my W-2 job by Dec. I am in the beginning stages of planning what this will look like and if it is possible. Fears that come up for me are 1. Medical insurance 2. Taxes 3. Se...
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Hello Everyone!I know that a college education isn't exactly necessary to get started in REI, but I am currently on my way to getting my degree and figure I should go for something that would help my endeavors in real...