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Interesting article in the New York Times about "Real Estate Shell Companies Scheme to Defraud Owners Out of Their Homes". The story details Shell Companies that target desperate, poor sellers in neighborhoods in Broo...
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Hey again BP fam. I just calculated that for me to be able to cover my basic needs, ill need to make 2000 a month in passive income. I want to be able to do this before I turn 30, and I am 23 right now with a full tim...
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Greetings everyone! I just joined BP and have very little knowledge on how to take advantage of this great resource. I would like to begin getting involved in this awesome community, but want to understand a few thing...
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Hi all, I recently purchased my first duplex. It's an OOS investment in a great pocket of Indianapolis with great cash flow day 1. I know it's likely lower appreciation, which is something I'm ok with since I wanted t...
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Hey everyone! I’ve been consuming more podcasts as fast as I can about owning more then the predetermined amount from a fanny may or Freddy mac style loan. But for some reason I’m still not fully clear on how to perso...
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Hello everyone,I am 31 years old and finally ready to dive into the deep end here.Looking over the strategies I think I want to start with Out Of State MTR / LTR strategy.My though is travel nurses or university stude...
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Tax Lien Certificate is past the redemption period ... How to Foreclose?I'm not sure of a few things. Does the tenant still live there? Are there any other liens on the home such as a mortgage or IRS liens? How do I f...
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Background: The economy is on a tear, but trees don't grow to the sky. At some point, it will over-extend and go into recession when financial commitments default.Last time, the trigger was a default on home mortgage...
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Hey y’all,I’m a new investor looking to make my first deal. I’m currently focused on my education and paying down consumer debts. In the meantime I am looking for local meetups in the RI or MA areas, particularly sout...
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How are you guys using Craig’slist to find listings, home for buyer clients, flips and so on. Personally my approach lately hasn’t been offering any services. But to reach out to what I see as DIY rentals that aren’t ...