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I have been scared to get into real estate for a long time. The fear comes from many unanswered questions and going at it alone. I have money to invest in real estate, I have a construction management background, and ...
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I have heard about a plan where the government is covering the cost to refinance ones home.
I bought my first and only home about 5 years ago with the intent to fix it up and resell it. It has taken me 5 years to aq...
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Hi BP,I am looking for an agent recommendations for Houston, and Galveston, TX. Investor friendly, of course.Thanks,~Frank
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Hi,I’m new to investing and I was told to start off doing contract deals. I don’t have much cash to put 20% down yet. Any suggestions for first time deals with low cash? Thanks,Ty
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I am looking at making an offer on a short sale on a townhouse that has a bank approved price of 80,000. I don't feel comfortable buying it at that price but my real estate agent says I shouldn't offer less than that ...
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BP,Just received a property tax notice. Reading the notice front to back, I realized that I can apply for an exemption because I occupy the property (being my primary place of residence). Here is the problem I've been...
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Hello all, basically I am in the market to acquire a 2 family property. I will use a VA Loan to live in 1 apartment and rent the other. What upgrades should be made to the property to get it rent ready or increase the...
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I’d like to hear thoughts on buying real estate that not only makes financial sense, but also makes you feel good. Two parts to this: Is there not a responsibility to improve what we have need given and worked for?An...
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Hello BP,Im looking to buy my first property. I want to house hack a duplex but with prices so high what are you looking for? Are there any good rules of thumb to try and stick to?
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Hi everyone! Just completed the purchase of my first rental and spread is great! My question is what are some tips and advice to keep renters renting? I have a tenant who is very respectable clean and pays on time eve...