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Hey all,What is everybody doing to prepare for the new interest hikes and correction this year and next?Any veterans of past bubbles have advice on how to buy and hold in a bear market?This could be a valuable thread.
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I would like to put my theory out for a test and see if you guys can shoot some holes into it.Here it is:1.) Real Estate Prices are mostly a function of supply and demand. There are some other factors that play into i...
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Found an investment property where everything looks great and seller accepted offer. Inspector noted that the heating oil tank is underground in the backyard with concrete over it. He suggested that I get it tested ...
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Advise on how tenant can pay me with a visa card. she has no bank account. In the past she handed me the card to draw money from ATM. A lawyer advice against it citing potential for many complications. How else can I ...
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Looking at various chart above, my impression is this 2023 market is still too strong , market is following 2022 price/inventory pattern except with even lower inventory than 2022 a...
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So where are all of these self-directed IRA investors that supposedly want to fund note deals? Over the last three to four months, I’ve attended just about every REI event and meet-up under the sun in my city (yes, in...
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My wife and I are contemplating an early retirement. Very early. We have saved well and have some money, but not enough to live on the 4% the mainstream retirement people say we need.My question is this: Hypothetic...
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Hey BP Community 👋🏼I’m a follower and consumer of Bigger Pockets knowledge. With SO many real estate investors and different methods out there, I’m getting analysis paralysis on my next moves. So far, I’ve purchased a...