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This is my 7,000th post here on Bigger Pockets. I wanted to take the time to reflect on my time here on the site and were I am at in my real estate career. Bigger Pockets has been a huge boost to my real estate career...
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Hi all. Got a fuzzy question i cant seem to get clarity on. I own an investment property that i have a primary mortgage on. I also recently got a heloc on the property but havent drawn down on it. I am considering a 1...
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What does someone who invests in real estate expect from a real estate agent in order for them to want to work with that agent and have them on their side? I am a licensed real estate agent and i would love to work w...
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Hi BP STR experts - I need some help. I've been self managing our STR in Davenport for the last 2 yrs and don't know how to drive more rentals. We have a great, themed, 7bd/5.5bth home in a resort community close to t...
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Does anyone have any experience investing in Costa Rica? I would like to buy a future retirement home to get away from the cold winters but in the meantime would love to rent it out as a vacation rental.
What are the...
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As we all observe and fear the Coronavirus, we see many cities under “shelter-at-home” restrictions, and many “non-essential” businesses closing. Then on the other hand, the Fed lowered rates almost to zero, and mortg...
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