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Developing Credibility as a young African American Investor
What's a good way to establish credibility when you're young (22) and talking to sellers? I know some people may be skeptical when they see a relatively young investor I feel that's the biggest barrier to overcome. I'...
Matthew Crivelli
The market is not in a bubble
I see people every where saying we are in the middle of a real-estate bubble. I also see people working as reps for hedge funds trying to buy up as many rentals as they possibly can.Ask yourself this question. Why wou...
Logan Zanki
How would devalue of the US dollar effect realestate?
It looks like were in the beginning stages of the rest of the world pulling away from using the US dollar. What effects do you think it will have on real estate currently owned and realestate you purchase in the fu...
Thea Linkfield
Appreciation, 50% Rule, 2% Rule, or a Mixture?
I'm looking at buy-and-hold properties in Jacksonville Beach trying to determine if certain properties are worth looking into more. I've been reading about the 2% Rule and 50% Rule, both of which seem pretty unattaina...
J. Martin
Capital Expenditure Costs: A Case Study on SFR & 4plex - What do you use?
I was surprised by the amount of long-term costs I calculated and even more surprised by what my biggest costs were going to be!!!! I also learned about better ways to estimate long-term expenses. Flooring and interio...
Emmy K.
Closing on first property, 12-plex in 1 WEEK!! Tips prior to taking over!? TIA
My husband and I are thrilled and a bit nervous about closing next week on our first property--- 3 four plex's a mile from our home. A HUGE thanks to bigger pockets for helping us crunch numbers, network and give us c...
P M
What rates are you getting for 60% - 75% LTV Investment Properties?
I am looking at some inexpensive condos in a lower-income area offered for $54,500. With lending being what it is these days, I am thinking of going in with a $20k down payment for a $34,500 mortgage. My spreadsheet...
Celia Moore
New Threats to Section 1031 Like-Kind Exchanges...
In our almost 30 years of time in the 1031 Exchange business, we have had at least a half dozen serious attacks on Section 1031’s existence. Although the 1031 Exchange has been in existence for almost 100 Years, it is...
Laura Jackson
Invest in multifamily or renovate current rentals?
Hi Biggerpockets forum! I am in real need of some advice on what to do next, and would greatly appreciate investors chiming in. After spending the last couple of years paying off debt, I am debt-free minus my two rent...
Stephon Broughton
Should I get my real estate license before I start college?
Hello, so today I was talking to one of my instructor about real estate. She recently received her real estate license as a hobby and extra source of income as we all know educaters don't get paid much. To tell a litt...