I've been lurking around BP for a few weeks now, getting a feel for the site. I'm a seasoned real estate broker based out of the Olympia, Washington area. I've been a broker since 2001 - originally in Seattle. I've...
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A direct relative has two houses they're willing to sell me to wet my feet on. They are not investors; because of family situations, they ended up owning two houses, and now they're looking to move to another home tha...
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Hi BP Investors! I spent the last few months reading the forums and learning from each one of you, so wanted to start off by saying THANK YOU! you helped me land my first deal.So, I just got an offer accepted over the...
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Hi BP Community, anyone have any tips or experience removing rust from a metal shed roof? I tried TSP as well as Naval Jelly, letting them sit for the appropriate time in the recommended application temperature range....
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My parents came home to find that the upstairs bathroom had a leak from one of the bolts not being tight enough. The water leaked through the edges of the vinyl floor and now there is a big water stain on in the ceili...
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I seem to have an opportunity to expand into Hard Money/private lending here in Colorado Springs and I am looking for some pointers to ensure I don’t fall into avoidable traps and beginner mistakes or become victim to...
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My wife and I bought our first investment property and on the fence about rent or flip, although we are leaning toward flip. The house is 858 sq ft in a C class neighborhood. What items would we want to upgrade to max...
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Hello all,
I am looking to purchase a property to fix and flip. The property is located in flood zone. Are there any issues with it besides the buyer needing to get flood insurance on it?
Another question I have is ...
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Hello, everyone! I understand that the answer to this question will be different because everyone has a different on opinion on how much risk to take. I'm 19 years old I live in Romeoville Illinois, I want would like ...
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I am looking at purchasing an old house built in the 1890’s 3600 square foot but I am sure it has floor joist issues. We have a company that we are going to use to give a free estimate but we need to be under contract...