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Hello everyone!I'm a 23-year-old just getting started in Central Florida (focused in Lakeland, but interested in Tampa / Orlando areas as well) and wanted to introduce myself and start making some connections. I've be...
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I plan on investing in real estate when I get out of the military next year, what is the first step you took when starting off? I have a little bit of money saved up but not enough for a 20% down payment.
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What are the pros and cons of having your real estate license as a fix and flipper? And as a buy and hold investor?
I’m considering getting my license and would love some help deciding whether or not it’s a good idea...
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I recently heard that they have a 5 or 10 years retirement plan but I also heard from members that the cashflow is small. A member in biggerpockets said that he make $10.96 the first year in cashflow and around $2k...
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Here to help anyone starting out that's looking for some direction to landing a first deal. It can be done while working a full-time job, the right focus and passion will get you there. I'll keep it easy to read and s...
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Hi! Is anyone buying non performing loans? I am looking to learn more about this area.
After years of analysis paralysis I have finally decided to stop thinking of excuses to get started, and finally get started. Today.I talked to 4 banks today for mortgage approval, while in the process of setting up a...
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OK- so dumb/newbie type question. Even though I've rehabbed like 200 houses...don't know jack about notes :)So in my space an average ROI in my market (DC Area) is around 12.5-15% on the sale price of property- if pro...
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As we welcome 2023 it seems along the Pacific Coast and specifically the Oregon and California Coast's that there is a window of buying opportunity for investors and buyers. My recent experience with purchase and sale...
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All the guru advertising everywhere is getting out of hand. All the advertising for guru mentoring, marketing, flippers and everything guru is everywhere. As a novice and just getting into the business I've been doing...