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In my recent research on investing out of state (for buy and hold), I came across an interesting topic and would like to start a discussion. The question is simplify or diversify?Simplify -- buying in one area (city, ...
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Hello BP community,On the idea of furnished rentals for students, which of these markets would work best: Houston, Austin or somewhere else? (Thought of Texas because long term rentals there are good as backup plan). ...
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How's it going BP? Newbie to REI but definitely committed. Im currently stationed in Oahu Hawaii and living within the Dorms ( i.e. Barracks) on base. So my one and only income isn't so great and as many of you know, ...
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Hi everyone! I am just starting out and interested in learning how to invest in real estate. I currently live in the Bay Area and have some money to invest but am priced out of this market so my next option is to inve...
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I have never stayed at a short term rental and I have been hearing all about them. So I go on line and look at a number of Short term rentals. I’m a little unsure about how the pricing goes whether the listed price is...
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Hey BP,Would love to open up discussion about lot splitting and infill. I am in the Boise, Idaho area and have some experience with general building permits, setbacks, parking requirements, etc. However, administrativ...
Hi everyone, I have a rental property under a single member LLC, so I filled schedule E this year. Hoping to get more clarification/ideas how this travel expense might be deductible:Meeting with a CPA in another state...
I’d appreciate any thoughts or experiences people have on investing in another state. I live and work full-time in New York. However, I’d prefer to invest in property in my hometown of Georgia. Distance is my main con...
Hello all,Curious what different folks on BP are finding in terms of good credit cards rewards programs. What do you look for, and what kind of perks or rewards do you find most beneficial to your business?My husband...
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