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I bought my first tax liens last year with 1 year redemption. I went to look at the properties today to make sure they were in good condition and discovered one had burned down. Has anyone else had a similar experienc...
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Welcome to A Skeptical Dude’s Take on Real Estate: a frank, hopefully insightful, dive into real estate and financial markets, from one real estate investor to another.
Coming at you live from Nashville, TN.
Today...
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Investing in higher job growing states is smart and important. With what is happening with the online companies and remotely controlled businesses, many companies are leaving the expensive cities such as San Francisco...
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Hello, everyone!My name is Mayne. I recently moved to Connecticut as of September from my hometown of Cincinnati, Ohio. I am looking to expand my network and meet any local investors and Real Estate professionals! I a...
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Where do folks keep their cash reserves, any recommendations on banks or savings accounts, CDs, etc that offer at least some interest? Perhaps an online bank (only) that offers at least some return?Of course, for a lo...
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Hi All! I have a potential opportunity that I'd like to run past the brilliant minds of BP....I'm a sub to/wrap virgin, so be gentle.Seller is a friend and purchased this townhome direct from landlord in May of 2022 ...
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I’m seeing 9% hard money in my market (Phoenix).
How low do you think rates can go?
Mortgages are now up over 5%... will hard money rates start increasing too?
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I’ve been told twice now that using my primary residence as my first rental property would be a good move. I’ve thought about it and I’m starting to agree, I would just like some feedback on the approach I want to tak...
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I was all set to close today, but the bank waited til the 11th hour to tell me the comps were too old (2 years old) and there's no way they could take the loan. This was a small bank who is supposed to be innovativ...
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What's the best way to form a niche around closing deals with more investor emphasis, i.e., getting buyers/investors to close on deals with creative financing like wraps, lease options, etc.
I want to form my residen...