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I’m curious as to how an investor would know how to be aware of “up and coming” areas within a specific market? What are some things to on the lookout for? Who are the people to talk to?
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Hey everyone - I am new to BiggerPockets. I joined because I am looking to diversify into real estate and am searching for properties to buy and rent out. I live in Chapel Hill, NC, and prices here and Carrboro are ex...
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Does anyone own investment properties in New Bern, NC or know what the market is like in New Bern?
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I have been looking for my next purchase for months mostly for 2-4 unit properties and some SFR but it seems I have to choose between C/D neighborhoods at $70k per unit, or B neighborhoods at $125k per unit. I have lo...
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Let me start off with saying that I do consider myself a “Newbie”. Now, let me give you my background. I am a 35 year old native San Diegan business owner with a steadily growing auto repair shop in its third year and...
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So I think the part that is the hardest for me is picking out all the finishing materials, the paint scheme etc.
Does this get easier? Do you all hire interior decorators?
On a side note, im in the middle of a BRRR...
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Hey everyone! I am excited and eager to get started with real estate investing. I have been listening to the podcast and reading books for long enough and am ready to jump into the game! I live in the suburbs of Bos...
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Hello! I'm searching for an insurance professional to discuss the concept of negotiating group purchasing property insurance for a discount (similar to what is done through health care via employers).Are there regulat...
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Hello guys,I'm having a hard time deciding if I should invest in an expensive LA market or look towards out of state as a first time investor. After some research, I'm considering markets that are #1 Landlord friendly...
Looking at a off market 100 year old duplex in a gentrifying area of Nashville that the owner approached me about. 3 bdrms a side rent for 550 a room for a total of ~3200/mnth. Obviously this place has a lot of curb a...