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I am thinking about investing for my first time in the Chicago market but am having second thoughts because of consistently hearing about the housing bubble. Housing prices have continued to increase along with taxes ...
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I'm a huge fan of durable flooring for rentals. (I won't do carpet.) My personal favorite is porcelain tile as it's practically bulletproof and aesthetically acceptable here in Texas. Sometimes, though tile is not a...
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Hi BiggerPockets community!!I joined a few months ago, but I just recently started listening to the podcast and finding how helpful this forum can be. I’m excited to engage with everyone to find areas to add value. My...
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Wondering if I can place luxury vinyl plank flooring right over existing ceramic tile without having to level the grout lines. The grout lines themselves are not much deeper than the top of the ceramic tile(See pictur...
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I am considering buying a condominium in Makati Philippines. Makati is currently booming (before Corona). I live in Europe, but I have people who can do Airbnb for me. Does anyone have experience? Thanks in advance,
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I own a lakefront resort with 6 rental cabins + the innkeeper's house + boat dock on 10 acres in a popular vacation area. It is in it's 28th year of operation and has about a 62% occupancy rate. On-line brand recogni...
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I am thinking about installing a vinyl plank flooring in a flip I have. The place has a continuous livingroom and kitchen and I think the looks of a seemingless floor all across will make the place much nicer. I have ...
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Okay this is an odd ball. I seem to find these oddball deals - Anyhow the property is an old grocery store that was converted into 3 apartments. However it is zoned as residential 3 unit, yet it would never be class...
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Hello everyone, my name is Lorenzo and I've actually been with Bigger Pockets for a few months now. I've picked up 4 properties so far and working on my 5th. However, I'm looking to purchase some multi family / apar...
Hi All,I am new to the forum and looking for some of your valued feedback. Last week I closed on the sale of a rural 40 acre piece that I owned outright and have the money in a 1031 exchange. The clock is now tickin...