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This is my first time posting to the bigger pockets forum but I must say the education I've been getting from the BP podcasts has been amazing. I live in California and have managed to put some money aside from my W2 ...
Hello from Calgary, Canada!I'm currently in my mid 20's and looking to purchase my first property which is why I decided to sign up and learn then apply as much as I can before purchasing. I strongly feel RE in my are...
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In a recent thread, one member asked the other member the following:"I'm curious as to how you mitigate your risks? I totally understand using your own money has far less headaches than dealing with the banks or priv...
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Hey, all! So I went to a social/networking event for real estate recently. I'm very new to this, so I was there looking for information about starting, and to see who the players in the game were at my local level. M...
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Many seasoned Realtors, especially on these forums, likely already know what I'm going to share and use escalations all the time. I didn't break any new ground or invent anything new. I've simply put things I've lear...
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Flip Summary - Phoenixville, PASnapshotDeal SummaryThis property was sourced directly from the MLS. With often competitive MLS deals, my mindset is with enough persistence, there is plenty of opportunity for all. It...
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Any advice for a rookie looking for his first deal? I am trying to play by the investment rules and weigh all numbers. But in this market, not many deals, it seems. I'm getting impatient and afraid I'll make a bad ...
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Economic Update(Monday, February 8, 2021)
Have you ever wondered who originally handed out area codes? For example, why did Vermont get 802 and Southern California 213? Listen closely because the a...
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Wanted to share a recent no win situation. Have a borrower in BK and we filed post petition fees for proof of claim and a plan objection (since they originally did not include property in BK). Now the defense counsel ...
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Quick question BP folks,
My tenants lease is up as of November 1st, 2022 and I am contemplating selling the property: As of right now I could walk away 200kish tax free because I have lived in the property 2 out of ...