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I'm working with a partner and we have been actively involved in REI. Would it be a good idea to start out with purchasing rentals first, generating cash flow and holding them long term?
We plan to fund these by usin...
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Hi Everyone,I need some guidance or tips or any ideas in regards to an appraisal that did not come in as expected during a cash out refi. I have done several in the past and most I have been satisfied with the outcome...
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I will try to make this short and sweet and to the point. I'm not into spilling my guts on the internet, but here goes.
I am looking into getting into real estate investing. My cousin who is very successful is comi...
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How often does a person in my situation get assisted with buying their first property through a lender?
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I have a suburban Chicago townhouse that has been rented by the same family (good tenants) for nearly two years at $1625/month (I did not increase their rent the second year). The tenant prior was paying in the $1500s...
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Do you allow pets in your short term rentals? There is good justification whether yes or no. We find it works for us in the summer season but it depends on your risk tolerance as pets can significantly damage your pro...
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After owning 2 rental properties with a bit of house hacking in LA, I feel that I should diversify my portfolio now that it costs more to invest in LA with less cashflow. I'm hoping to get an investment property in In...
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Ok, so I'm new to BP and I'm probably posting in the wrong place. I appreciate your patience. I live in Los Angeles and a couple of years ago I bought a tiny homestead cabin on 5 acres about 2 hours away in the hi-des...
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Well - let's hope this isn't too complicated.I just acquired a large parcel in Sacramento, CA that is adjacent to several houses in a subdivision. Many of the houses have gates in their fences that open onto my proper...
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