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Hey Bigger Pockets members,
My wife and I live in Mesa AZ and are hoping to get into the real estate business for our long term retirement. we have time on our side as we are 26 but there is no reason not to start no...
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I am currently working and saving money for my first real estate investment. I was curious, if you have say an auto loan or maybe some debt in a credit cards. Is it wise to have all that paid off before investing in r...
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How would one invest $10,000 in RE and earn a good return on their money? Please share any insight or tips. Much appreciated.
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Wondering if it is worth getting my real estate license license in CA to assist with finding/ closing investment deals. If it is worth it, are there any schools/ classes that anyone would recommend to obtain the lice...
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Greetings. I am trying to wrap my mind around the potential tax benefits, deprecation, and cash out opportunities of a fully owned property with the intent of reinvesting into another property and increasing cash-flow...
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Does anyone have a suggestion on verbage in a email when contacting buyers to ask for their criteria?
After you make your first purchase and each following, what does it take to get the loan to purchase the following property? I have a 30 yr mortgage and expect I would have to show the rental income from the first cas...
Try to Refi. My lender is asking for this. Letter from your CPA in regards to your assets in your business accounts stating that the funds are not advancements against future earnings of future cash distributions – ha...
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I want to transfer $ from a std 401K to a Solo 401K for the purpose of investing in R/E. I want to ensure that I meet the requirement regarding active, not passive, income. Can you please recommend a company that off...
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I own and manage several SFR and have some interested tenants (roommate situation) who meet my screening criteria (good credit, income 3x rent, great references), but none of them have solid work contracts. One makes...