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Hi all! I'm new to the Bigger Pockets community and I'm searching for advice on my next step with investing in run down commercial properties and rehabbing them. I'm currently working with a residential design-build f...
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Hi,
Need good advice-after working over 10 years as an analyst and a bit as leasing agent-What type of sales brokerage to join. Aim just for the big names or national guys? Or is it okay to work for a private one/t...
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I am preparing my primary residence to become a rental within the next year. This weekend I discovered that my water heater is leaking. After searching online it seems that the Rheem at HD for $404 would be a good o...
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What are some BP user opinions on investing in a market where there are a fair amount of other businesses that specialize in real estate. I am currently researching potential deals in the small college town of Salisbu...
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I'm a newbie to real estate investing. I've made coming up with a business name as my first assignment so I can create business cards and a website. I'm normally pretty good at coming up with creative names. My hus...
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I currently work for a brand name broker and have always wanted to start my own brokerage since most of my business is based off referrals and business that I get. I plan to purchase more investment properties and I'm...
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I'm brand new to real estate with a broker's license in CA. Any advice on where to even begin? I want to have my own company, but have considered joining a brokerage until I gain some understanding of the sales proces...
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Investor-friendly agents: How does your branding demonstrate your specialty? I'm starting to gain some traction in investment circles and want my branding to support that. Examples of your website, business card, or l...
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Hey Brandon
Just finished watching the the webinar on using the rental calculator. My question was about the variable expenses. I've been taught on income property to calculate about 35% annually. Do you do the same f...
I'm new to flipping and rehabbing homes and thinking I should form an LLC. Did anyone do this first or did you knock out a few flips before setting up your company and start building your brand?