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Hi everyone,
I am looking to buy my first deal in 2016. I love the idea of "invest in your backyard" because I do know where the tracks lie. However I live in a high income state compared to the rest of the country ...
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Hi all,I am looking to set up a self-directed IRA with money transferred from a previous employer 401(k) to invest in a duplex in OK. The purchase price is $250K and I would be going in with a partner, likely by creat...
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@Julio Gonzalez I trust this message finds you in excellent spirits. As I navigate the intricate landscape of real estate investment, your distinguished career serves as a beacon of inspiration. The concept of wholesa...
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Throughout history, the metrics that define success have evolved to reflect the values and priorities of each era. The human experience parallels this trajectory as it plays out on a smaller scale throughout our lifes...
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I have been listening to the tax strategies podcast on BP and my current CPA hasn't been doing many of the stategies they talk about. Have not been taking the deduction for paying my children and the home office becau...
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I hope this question matches the category I've selected for this post:I'm an expat (US citizen), working and living 10 months out of the year outside the US. I have been reading and studying and preparing myself to ge...
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Hi BP Community,
After hours spent reading through the forums I figured it was time to introduce myself. I'm a stay at home mom with an active soon to be 3 year old. I've been interested in real estate since college ...
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Hello Everyone,
I'm just joining the community. I've been reading the forums for several months now and believe this a truly a great place for investors to help each other out.
I believe we live in a great time wher...
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Hello BiggerPockets community!
My name is Erik Shewmaker. I recently moved to Rochester, MN from Iowa City, IA with my wife so she could do her three year medical residency.
I am a partner in a successfu...
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Have you ever hit a wall with leads and conversions in your REI journey? What strategies have you found effective for breaking through those tough times and regaining momentum? Let’s share some ideas and experiences o...