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Hey BP forum. I'm new to Bigger Pockets and new to real estate investing. I'm looking to start investing in low-cost, distressed single-families in the Columbus area, and am looking for anyone who has experience here,...
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New to Pro membership, but I have followed BP on LinkedIn and BP podcasts for some time. Mainly, I work wholesale and flipping lease options (touchy in Texas). Learned wholesaling lease options from Joe McCall and J...
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I'm looking to change banks. Does someone have recommendations for good options in the Chicago area, especially in the burbs? I would like to avoid a big chain like Wells Fargo and use something like a credit union. S...
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Do you know what I believe is one of the most important things a person can continuously do in life?
Challenge themselves!
When you step outside of your comfort zone and take on new challenges, you push yourself to ...
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Just a random question for anyone who has an opinion. I am brand new to real estate so any and all opinions are welcome.
What are the pros and cons to buying vacant lots and building a home opposed to buying and fli...
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New investor focusing around central Indiana. We’re hoping for big things in 2025.
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Hello Bigger Pockets People!My name is Tom and as the title states I am a new investor in the Minneapolis area. I'm 24 and just moved here recently and have been looking to by my first property. My ideal strategy at t...
Good afternoon everyone! I was recently informed by a colleague that I should consider investing in single family and/or multifamily homes (as Rentals) in Saint Louis Missouri. Given the wide range of expertise and ...
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Hello everyone, It's great to be part of a site that has so many investors that are both smart, friendly and share their story. I'm a Canadian investor that has been investing in real estate for the last 5 years and d...
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My name is James Young. I have been following posts on the Bigger Pockets forums for a little while and found the input to be quite informing. I am looking forward to joining the discussions.
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