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Hello!, I am new to bigger pockets. The wealth of information is dizzying to say the least. I am currently looking at my first rental investment. I have ran the #'s and the cash to cash return is pretty good (about 3...
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Hey everybody! I am new to the real estate investing game. I have been looking into long distance investing. What are some important things to know and look for when deciding to purchase out of state? Thank you!!
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Hi All,
First post (besides introduction) for me. My father and I will be going to our first auction as bidders this Friday (in Queens, NY). We have scouted the property numerous times, actually been inside the bu...
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I recently received my first two certificates from the state for properties located in Alabama. Does anyone have any information or tips on how to file an ejectment, take possession, insure the home etc. I'm excited a...
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Hi all...looking for some general guidance here if I may...I purchased a home in 2001, lived in it for 2 years til ‘03, and converted to rental. Standard 30yr mortgage.I never even knew to deduct depreciation until ~2...
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Hi All,
Wondering how investors deal with the increased property tax from non-owner occupied units in the State? I understand that non-owner occupied units will see a 6% rate versus a 4% rate for owner occupied. How ...
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I have a seller with two properties this will be my first sell and I was wondering do I need to have them fill out two separate contracts for each property with the price on the contract ? Because he wants 30k for bot...
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I have a meeting set up with a friend of a friend who is interested in lending me some money for cash to close on my first quick fix and flip. I have done one fix and hold and one live-in longer term fix and flip. I h...
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Hey BPer's,I am looking for a recommendation for a good real estate attorney who can help me to do the following. Please let me know what recommendations you have if you don't mind. Thanks in advance.1. Basic startu...
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http://www.danspapers.com/2015/07/top-5-lawsuits-affecting-income-producing-real-estate-owners/http://www.huffingtonpost.com/andrew-m-lieb/top-5-lawsuits-affecting-_b_7849444.html(both links same article)This article ...