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Has anyone here used self directed IRA as down payments for rental property of any flipping deal? I just read an article about using a self directed IRA for REI, but am not quit sure how it really works. I have some ...
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Hi everyone,
I’m new here and recently connected with someone looking to retire and sell his portfolio of 19 properties (a mix of multi-family and single-family homes). I’m very interested, but I still need to analyz...
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When determining a potential real estate investment, which is more important: 1. Purchasing a value-add propertyOR2. Purchasing a property in an area that is about to grow/gentrify exponentially?
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Hey guys,
Just joined the forum today. I am an Australian and have been living and buying real estate in Kansas City for the past year.
I am looking at connecting with as many people as possible.
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Wrestling with this idea in my head. I’ve got around $100-150k to work with. In the area I’m in (eastern MA) that won’t stretch past 1 deal. Would it be worth it to stretch my dollar and look outside my home state? I’...
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Hi there,I am looking for one on one help with my rental property. I currently have friends and family that give me their input, but I really need advice from people who have been through this and can steer me in the ...
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Hello Everyone,My Name is Zach Hummel. I recently turned 21 and am looking to find my way into real estate investing. I am currently in College, but want to find an opportunity into starting my first deal. I am very d...
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Hi! I am extremely eager to begin investing in real estate but I don't know where to begin.
Are there people in the greater Cleveland area who are looking to mentor an aspiring investor?
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Thanks for clicking! Over the last 6-7 months, I’ve been doing my best to “get smart” on real estate investing, starting off with Rich Dad principles, which led to Rich Dad Advisor (McElroy, Sutton, etc.) audiobooks, ...
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Hi All,How do I find a mentor while I don't live in the US. I have some good investment ideas about my hometown in the US but I don't know how to go about it??Any ideas???Thanks.Stephen Moskowitz