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Hey guys, I was wondering am I wasting my time driving for dollars in "bad" neighborhoods, or neighborhoods with multiple boarded up houses on one street? If so, where should I be focusing my attention? I ask because ...
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Or cabin in Gatlinburg is rented 80-90% of the time. I’m wondering how much a smart thermostat could save us.
Does anyone have any numbers or feedback on having one?
Thanks!
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Read Time: 2-3mins. In 2016, my journey into the world of real estate began, rooted in the vibrant community of La Mesa, California and when I joined the BiggerPockets community.
With a spirit of innovation, I trans...
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Hello!My husband and I currently live in an area where the market is especially hot, and we recently were told by a realtor we could probably sell our house for $60k more than we bought it for 3 years ago. Our house i...
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Hello, My name is Robert Berkey and I am new to BP.
Wow!, what a great resource, I almost just plunked down 2k on a short sale guru course but changed my mind at the last second and now that I've found this s...
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Hey BP,Been reading, listening and now I have an opportunity to buy some RE. The property is less than $2k from being owned out right. My mother wants her sons (me and my brothers) to take it, but not without taking...
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I bought a duplex almost a year ago, house hacking. My tenant is currently living on a month to month lease. She currently lost her job and wasn't able to pay her rent out of pocket. However, a non-profit organizat...
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I have been investing in non performing notes now for 11 years primarily junior liens. I just love this business and would like to hear from you first off how you are using BiggerPockets, and second if you are enjoyin...
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Hi there! So my gut says I’m making the right decision, so does the math but man my heart strings are making it hard to pull the trigger.I have a duplex in downtown Orlando that I bought three years ago. I live and Ai...
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Hello, I am just starting out and trying to get my first investment property. I am using a conventional loan for financing and putting down 25%. Surprisingly, (to me), I have put in multiple offers on different proper...