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Hi everyone,I’m fairly new to the real estate world and I’m currently a student as well as a software developer. I’ve been programming since about fourth grade, and I like to think I know a thing or two about building...
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I am an Iowan looking for midwest regional market data. When looking at all of the big research firms for cap rate data based on my specific area it is impossible to find Iowa or even Des Moines in the reports. What i...
What is the best way to utilize a self directed IRA to purchase and flip homes?I have a client that asked me this question tonight and I was stumped. Please help!
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Is anyone familiar with the rule listed in the title and is anyone that has a full-time job in another industry using this rule? The first two CPAs I reached out to advised against this. Looking for someone who is suc...
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Heard it more than once in podcasts that a good rule of thumb is getting a property rented out for 2% of the purchase price. Question: which market is this applicable? Is this only on certain states and expensive prop...
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Hi, I am looking to buy my first property this year (traditional house hack). I have found a contractor I trust should any repairs be needed, secured a cheap month-to-month rental in the area I will be looking for whe...
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Hello BP!I am curious to hear everyone's feedback/advice on where they found PRIVATE money to do their deals (not hard money). I am currently in the process of starting my acquisitions side of my business that will be...
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Hello BP community. AirBnB has been around for almost ten years now. I was wondering if anyone has had much success with them now in 2019.
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Hello I have a home on the market for 30 days with 0 offers. I did a $39k price reduction and still nothing. I’ve had 10 showings. Is it time to find a new agent? Fyi The current agent is not from the town nor lives i...
Hey all, been a capital partner in a few deals and have experience rehabbing and selling several primary residences over the years but I am looking to take on some rehab investment projects of my own.I have a HELOC fo...