Do I need to own a business to get a commercial loan? If not, which comes first, getting pre-approved for a commercial loan or finding a good deal to present to the bank?Thanks, from a new PRO member
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Hi BP! I grew up in the suburbs but after living up and down the east coast, I'm back in Philly. It's also my first time renting in a while, I have previously purchased in other states but want to explore the city bef...
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Hello, BP Family!!
I am excited to announce that I have my real estate licensing exam scheduled for this coming Thursday. As I prepare to start a new chapter in my professional journey in the heart of beautiful Ark...
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Interested to know the best/most beneficial books on mobile home investing you have read. I live in rural western NC and mobile homes in and out of parks make up a large % of the housing. I’m interested in branching o...
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Hi my name is Terri-ann Morgan I am a behavior specialist who works with the disabled. My husband and I are also foster parents and my goal is to build a rental portfolio one to two properties per year and retire in t...
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i have heard and read that if you find a deal the money will come. I have been working with real estate agents, and sending out letters to home owners, with pretty good results, however after i put an offer on a few p...
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Is ok to set up a wholesale deal with a real estate agent? I have found a few houses that would be great deals but they are listed by realtors. Should I contact them about the house or should I look for houses that ar...
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Hello everyone. I am a home inspector licensed in SC and Certified in GA (b/c GA does not require an licensure). I am new to the investment world but would love to start investing. I am looking to network with any ...
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Investment Info:
Large multi-family (5+ units) commercial investment investment.
Purchase price: $1,900,000
Cash invested: $2,450,000
The building, “36 South,” is conveniently located next to the Sea...
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Can anyone advise me on where I should start my journey on house flipping and what the best first step would be?