These really aren't "secrets" per se, they've been around for as long as I've been buying properties below value, some 25 years. but, here is what gets you started.
First you have to believe that everything and I do ...
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After all these months watching HGTV and reading books. I was finally able to pull out a modest profit on my 1st flip deal. I’m grateful that after all the startup cost and unexpected issues, I was able to come ou...
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Dealing with tenant complaints is my least favorite part of the property management gig, and this one is stumping me. Also, what vendor do I call to handle the noise complaints?!?In a quiet fourplex building, upstairs...
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I'm working on going through the underwriting process for a mortgage on a new primary residence. One of my existing rentals is an Airbnb/VRBO rental and I was told today that if there isn't a long-term lease in place,...
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Hey fellow Bp's. I have decided to get my real estate license in the the state of Texas and am unsure of which program to choose. I currently work 40 hours a week, 8-5 so classroom education seems unlikely. Ive compil...
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Hi everyone,
I have a strong desire to start investing in real estate. I'm eager to find my first "flip" deal and get started on this exciting journey.
I have some initial capital to begin with, and I believe I've d...
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BP,I have a deal in the works and the seller is willing to finance. However, due to my inexperience, he is requesting a down payment around 300k. I will also need another 200k for closing costs. It is an off market $8...
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I guess I am still confused on the proper time to set up an LLC to protect a rental property. Do I set up an LLC now even though I do not have a property under contract? Or do I wait until I offer on a property, get i...
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So I have a property that we just finished rehabbing and have listed on the market (Sioux Falls, SD) . We got into contract with an interested buyer and after the inspection he came back asking for us to do another 50...
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Any recommendations for a 1031 intermediary in the greater Houston area?