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I want to get into REI so that I can diversify out of the stock market. My wife is convinced that investing is a bad idea.Does anyone have an experience talking a spouse into not holding back?
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I've been doing some driving for dollars and I've gathered a decent list of properties I'm interested in with owner's names. I'm really trying to dig up some deals in this tough market. I'm embarking on my first direc...
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Hi Everyone!
I need your help I own a small property management company in St Louis mo. I'm wanting to grow and I'm having trouble finding new clients. I curious to know if any one had some creative marking ideas. M...
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Hello BPMy name is Ariel and I'm new to BP forums. I am 29 years old, a TOTAL newbie on REI, never bought a house nor invested in one, and I work full time as a chef.I'm here to seek advice from experienced investors ...
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I was just told about buying and selling a home. I can take the profit and put it in a self diredted IRA. I can then use this as my retirement.
Does any one do this and can you tell me more?
Thanks for your input.
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This posting is officially my 200 post on Bigger Pockets. Wow, I feel like I need to get a life. No just kidding.
Seriously, great site and amazing that with 200 posts I am still not even in the top 30 of posters on ...
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So I am self employed with an internet eCommerce business - I averaged around 15K a month profit in 2011 and 2012 looking much stronger - I am very fortunate.
All I am doing is socking away every penny so I can real...
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Hello all - I am working with a QI who seems quite in-experienced! I want to ensure my 1031 goes through. I am on day 40 as I type. I've identified 4 properties, of which I want to purchase 3. (2 under contract, offer...
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While trying to set up a self directed IRA for real estate investing the rep explained to me that I can’t go to Home Depot to buy building materials. He said I “ You have to stay out of Home Depot” OK, not off to good...