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Just wanted to announce today that we’ve added some enhanced capabilities to the forum signature here on BiggerPockets.We now allow agents and other professionals to show off their certifications, license numbers, and...
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This must be a commonly asked question here, but I'm seeking updated opinions, from People who are daily operating in those markets. Could the profitability of Short-Term Rentals outweigh the stability offered by Long...
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I’m a broker here in Central Florida and am curious to hear opinions on what makes a great STR real estate agent? Is it local knowledge about any given area? Experience in selling short term rentals? Connections to ve...
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Has any rehabber used a self directed IRA for rehabbing houses? How do you handle the profit. Does it have to go back into the IRA which would seem to defeat the purpose as you couldn't make any money to live off. If ...
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Hi Everyone,
I am buying a 3 bed 2 bath condo in Orlando at Vista Cay. I intend to run it as an STR but I have found that if I hire a management company i will be cash flow negative. I will likely self managed inste...
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I guess we'll see how that tactic works in November:
Speaking on health care Monday, Senator Diane Feinstein said, "I've gotten 90,000 emails and faxes on the health care bill and over 85,000 of them are against it. ...
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Hello everyone! I’m new to REI and have heard that partnering with Self-Directed IRA Investors is a good solution for raising funds. Thoughts?
What’s the best way to find Self-Directed IRA Investors?
Thank you in a...
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LED Lighting (fixtures)So incandescent is out, CFL’s lasted about two years and now we have LED bulbs but even better... LED fixtures! I’ve started changing out fixtures (as needed – interior and exterior) for the new...