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hello all. first post here. I am interested in getting into the real estate investing world and have a few introductory questions. Unlike many of you, I have no interest in doing this full time (at least not until ...
Is it just me or is the seattle market a hard market to cash flow? I mean even kent/renton, auburn, Des Moines to even north seattle, all the markets seem expensive. I always see people post about buying a duplex for ...
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At least once a week, I got a message on here from an investor looking to buy a condo or townhome to use as a short term rental for AirBnb in the Phoenix Metro Area or Flagstaff.Having discussed the pros and cons with...
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So I recently acquired a triplex on an FHA loan, and I am planning to remodel the unit where I will be occupying. I received three quotes for my remodeling project, but I am having a bit of a tough time trying to deci...
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I've been getting mixed answers about STR during a possible recession. Is it smart to buy in 2023 and 2024 despite the status of the economy?
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Hello,I'm from NYC and looking to make our first purchase of a multi-family in Chicago. I've been coming up with a list of close to a hundred multi family properties which i'll dive deeper into. This is for a buy and ...
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Hi folks - first post here on Biggerpockets. Glad to be here! I and my family have been in the multifamily industry for many years, owning and operating apartment complexes ranging in size from approximately 30 - 130 ...
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*** Disclaimer: I am not an accountant, lawyer, or financial advisor! You should consult with a qualified professional before acting on any of the opinions shared in this post!!! ***Self directed IRAs have become ver...
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Oh man...my back is killing me...
What started as some basic advice to some guy who pm'd me turned into a small essay. So anyway who knows maybe some other people who are starting from scratch could benefit from this...
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Ready for some nerdery?
I believe that the Federal Reserve is going to cut rates by 25-50 bps at it's September meeting (no emergency cut), but that 30-year fixed rate mortgage rates will rise to upper 6s low 7s aro...