Hi everyone this is my first post here though I have been lurking for quite a bit. I have found a property that looks promising and would like everyone's opinion on the deal. The area is ny state. Just at the cusp o...
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Hello Everyone,This web-site is GREAT and I have learned so much. Now, here is my question. I hear most people say don't quit your day job to invest in Real Estate until… And, I ask Why? Wait…. Let me clarify, I'm n...
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I was wondering how leasing brokers are paid based on finding a commercial tenant for retail/restaurant space?I'm trying to figure out if I should go the commercial broker route in listing some nice, hip retail spaces...
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You probably know you can use your VA loan benefits to close on up to 4 units for 0% down. But did you know that the VA allows you to actually walk away from closing with a check in hand to pay down any existing debt ...
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Hi BP network! I'm considering investing in a 3BR property (home) near the coast. However, it's not directly waterfront. It's approximately 12 minute drive to the beach, and 4 minute drive to the river/marsh. We'r...
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Hi all, have a situation here where the contractor that did the work on my property is now threatening to file a lien and also call the city for multiple code violations because I am not agreeing to pay the full amoun...
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I average 2 calls a week where someone calls me up and wants to buy one of my rental properties. I have heard the speeches so often I KNOW what they are gonna say next. Usually it starts out with, "we have bought a ...
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I was contacted by a conventional lender through BP. I checked their recommendations and they seemed legit. The loan officer certainly was very helpful and responsive at first. In retrospect, I think he was eager to s...
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Man... If only I knew what I knew now when I was active duty, my life would be a lot different right now. But at the end of the day, you don't know what you don't know! Here's the fact: Active Duty Service Members hav...
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Hello,
I have about between $200,000-$300,000 in my bank account. I am renting now in Minnesota and have never bought a house before, but I am debating if I should I use most of the money to invest in stocks or buy a...