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Poverty is near 1960s levels again
No worries, Obama is on top of it.
"The most important anti-poverty effort is growing the economy and making sure there are enough jobs out there," Obama said Friday at a White Ho...
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Does anyone know if it's possible to get a 1st Lien HELOC on investment properties? If so, what banks/lenders will do this? Any lenders have insight into this?
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As a real estate investor and financial advisor I usually understand the mindset of other investors. Individuals in real estate are usually more willing to take on risk which is often rewarded. I understand REI’s usua...
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It’s Quite often ive seen and spoke with countless Accredited and Sophisticated investors. And they all seem to be the same. “You have to have skin in the game.” “You have to have money.” “ Why would i waste my time o...
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Hi BP Forum Members, I'm a first time home buyer. I found a loan officer I really like and he recommended a realtor. I haven't really had time to speak with the realtor but I was wondering what his responsibility is...
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Hello BP Community! As many of you know, I created a blog for one of our recent flips in South Los Angeles with weekly updates. That flip was very successful as we completed the rehab in 11 weeks, had multiple offers ...
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BiggerPockets! I would like to hear from you about what we can do to make the Real Estate Marketplace better for investors.
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