I'm getting mixed messages regarding finding deals on the internet. I'm looking to fix and flip and some people tell me "don't waste your time looking online, if it was a good deal it wouldn't have ended up on Zill...
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There are 3 major risks investors need to be aware of before investing in a deal, in this post I’ll outline these risks and some strong strategies to mitigate them.
1. Investing in a poor sponsor team
The sponso...
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Hello BP community, Any Canadians out there who have invested in US Real Estate. What was your plan to manage the property especially when you are not living in that area/ country. I am looking at areas in the border ...
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Hello Everyone, I’d love everyone’s input on the step by step process.I’m currently gutting a SFH In philadelphia and I was thinking of doing the process this way:2)Frame3)plumbing and then electric 4)bathroom work/ t...
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Hi everyone! I'm an investor newbie and would love to start my real estate investing journey with flipping houses. I currently work a 9-5 job M-F and my husband and I own our home. I was wondering how much we need to ...
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I am in the due diligence period on a short sale. The inspector found mold in multiple places in the finished basement. The house has been empty since July and the utilities were turned off. I think that is the ...
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Is anyone interested in looking at our airbnb listings and recommending what we might be able to improve in our offerings?https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/2997125?adults=12&chi...https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/4630816?l...
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What advise can be given to an older house with plastered walls? Should I just paint over it? sand down? Can I put sheet rock over it? PLEASE HELP!
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I have reached out to some local people (referrals etc) but I would like to speak with someone who is familiar with building RE portfolios and using BORSA... anyone here feel free to reach out or reply. Thank you.
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I am thinking about purchasing a foreclosed three unit which was remodeled in the 1980's with wood paneling everywhere. It has been well maintained but just looks very dated in my opinion. The property is in a downto...