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Hello everyone,
I am new to bigger pockets and just discovering the AMAZING potential to have financial freedom through real estate. I have been researching alot and listening to alot of podcasts and I am really look...
Hi!I'm completely new to all of this, so I'll quickly offer my background and situation. I'm waiting on getting into the military and I'm looking at real estate investing for when I'm out. I'd prefer to purchase my fi...
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I am seeking out success stories. Specifically, I want to know how you have used your self-directed IRA or 401(k) or any other type of retirement plan to invest in real estate and how that is worked out for you.Have y...
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Greetings,I am new to this and excited to get my systems and team in place then jump in with my first purchase.
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Hi everyone, my name is Terry Flynn Im back in las vegas and i want to say, hi to everyone at BP I cant wait to jump in and make many new friends talk soon !
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Great community you have created here online. Long time viewer, first time contributor. This website has created a great online community for asking questions and providing resources for newbies like myself.
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Hi there.
I can't seem to find a good answer for this, so it's time to ask the BP community. I was wondering if a contractors license is necessary for me to rehab my own, vacant property in Omaha Nebraska? I would not...
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So I was originally planning on using my SDIRA independently of my savings for investing in real estate. Basically treating them as two different companies. I have heard you can partner with yourself when using SDIRAs...
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I am new to the world of real estate investing and have many questions. A major snag in moving forward that I’ve experienced is not having the money for a 20% down payment for a traditional bank loan. I am wondering w...
About close on my first house, was a hoarder house and going to need a lot of work. I want to hire a general contractor, I feel a good GC would help speed up the flip which would limit holding cost and help get a good...