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I would like to get thoughts and opinions on investing in vacation rental properties (pros and cons). I currently own a non-vacation rental duplex property but was thinking of diversifying with my next investment prop...
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Hello BP!
One mistake I think many new landlords, myself included, make when starting out is that they don't think about WHO they want to rent to and WHAT unique value / amenity they have to offer those rente...
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I'm giving my top 3 but feel free to give your top 3, 5, or 10.
1. @marcia Maynard
2. @Al Williamson
3. @ben Leybovich
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Hey everyone. I am new to BP and I currently do not have any investment properties. I plan to close on something this coming March. I have the idea of starting out with a single family or a condo/townhome for a rental...
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This is really going to be off topic! Who in the BP community is a Bourbon and Whiskey drinker, collector or snob. I have begun to collect and really learn more about the art of Bourbon and have taken a break from r...
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I have been wondering what market to invest in? I live in California and with its Laws from my understanding, it is geared more towards the tenants than the landlord and it can be crazy expensive to purchase and then...
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Morning BiggerPockets community!I hope everyone is doing well and thriving. I am currently on the market to purchase my first investment property which will be a STR and am extremely excited to finally jump in!With th...
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If you're like me, you like a good deal. It's probably why you're on BP in the first place..hoping to learn, grow and gain an edge in your investment portfolio. My urge to find or create success is a bit more adventur...
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Hello everyone,I was wondering how far off are zestimate prices on rent, and the price of a property?