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hi BPSorry I need a venue to rant.No details bc I understand the hardship of other agent (also my friend)Is my suspicion of games sellers/agents play and statics confirmed? But I don't know the laws very well....So as...
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Just saw the (pretty harsh) results from a survey about the new VRBO service fee, and I was curious to see what you all thought of this.Has the new fee been affecting your vacation rental bookings? Are any of you plan...
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Hello BP Friends,
I've been strolling the site and listening to podcasts religiously and I finally have my first four flat deal-
Southwest side of Chicago - McKinley Park
-Completely rehabbed 2 y...
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Hello Again Everyone,I am still slowly saving money for my out of state (OOS) investment property. In the meantime my gears have been grinding on how I can speed up this process, short of, selling some (cough, cough) ...
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I use Crestcore in Memphis, TN. Not a very responsive company. I wonder if it's normal for them to request and hold a minimum amount in my account for repairs. At least that's what they claim as the purpose. I am n...
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Hey BiggerPockets! I have recently been presented an opportunity from a neighbor of mine to purchase a big piece of his portfolio of 17 properties consisting of 43 total units. The properties range from two single fam...
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Hey all, happy Friday! I was approved for a non term HELOC loan for 100k at 7.5% variable rate. Looking to start my first short term rental in the Saint Augustine/butler beach/crescent beach area. For those of you who...
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- gearing up for 1st investment property in the Columbus area using sub 2, need recs for real estate attorney or any sub to service for guiding through paperwork/agreement etc.
will appreciate your help
Thanks
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This question is directed mostly toward those of you who have a "day job" and real estate is only supplemental to your income and/or retirement fund.
I will likely be buying a third property (for a total of two renta...
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Good Afternoon All!I found out that I will be stationed at southern california in the near future, and I was wondering if anybody has had success investing around or from there? I admit I haven't taken a strong look a...