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Hi all. Really have enjoyed reading the posts and getting the positive energy of the people on bigger pockets. It is exactly what I like to talk about with other interested real estate folks. After many years of flip...
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Hello all - season's greetings. I am in the process of closing on my first STR in Port Aransas, Texas. I live in Austin so I am going to use one of the top rated property managers in Port Aransas. They have good revie...
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I just finished preparing my own personal taxes (LLC tax returns included). IT TOOK ME HOURS! Many people would be impressed that I do my own taxes and the money saved because I don’t have to pay another professional...
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Hey everyone Im Dave from PA new to the real estate investing community. Im low 30's with a wife and 2 young children (4 and 2)and wondering methods of financing a first rental property and any recommendations on the...
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Seeking out experienced Realtors who would like to pass down any knowledge or advice for newly licensed Realtors. Thank you!
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We have a unit that currently has baseboard heat (electric) The tenants we had in there years ago never complained about the cost of heat, but the tenants we have had for the past 2 years say that their bill goes up $...
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I was recently looking into getting solar panels on my home and after doing some more research I am now on the fence. I dont have a very high monthly electricity bill. It’s about $100avg. 2400sqft home. One of the mai...
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Hi!!!I’m creating my website and thought I should ask which one do you use/recommend for lead generation?Carrot or Lead Propeller? What is your feedback on those? Anything else put there I should check it out? Also,...
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Building a tax advantaged retirement plan...best ways to invest extra funds + smart exit strategy from rentals.. We may decide to return early...We are looking to build a retirement that minimizes tax obligation, lowe...
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I am curious for those of you who regularly post on BP to hear a little about how you spend your time. Are you full time in another career during the day and real estate at night? Or are you full time in real estate a...