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Investors seem to throw out the 70% rule as a standard in purchasing investment properties. I understand that it varies by markets, but as markets continue to get more saturated and more competitive, is it fair to ...
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What interest do you usually offer a seller in a creative financing deal??
I'm in negotiations with a seller who owns her property free and clear and she liked the idea of getting a down payment and carrying ...
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Wondering what is the best way to pay a contractor in Texas? I know for sure you NEVER pay all up front but what are some common percentages now and days or form of payments. Also, what are these contractors charging?...
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Hello,I am looking to purchase a small multifamily (2-4 units) property to use as a house-hack in the next 6-12 months to get my start in real estate. I'd like to get some insight into how to select a market to invest...
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Hi BP family,I am located in North Texas and am looking into rental properties in Austin and its suburb. I know I may have already missed the party since the pricing of the properties in these areas have been taking ...
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I recently purchased a duplex on a fairly nice street and inherited the tenants from the previous owner. One of those tenants experienced some difficulty from an insurance scam and lost his home of 15 years as a resul...
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Curious about your approach and strategy. I have an 8 Unit apartment building in Los Feliz, Los Angeles, CA. One of my units is now vacant. I could slap on some new paint and make minor repairs to get same/similar ren...
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For Investors who have invested in a cities outside their own.....1. What trends did you look for during your research that proved to be positive, making the city in question a great place to invest?2. Did time prove ...
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Hi All,I'm a newbie investor looking to purchase a few turnkeys over the next few months. I have enough cash on hand to get started with 4-5, but I wanted to take advantage of current interest rates to cashout refi my...
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Seeking feedback on what third parties I should consult with and any experience this group may be able to offer. My husband and I invested in 4 acres and a bungalow house (residential property) in the downturn off a m...