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I was phoning a commercial broker who deals with West Side properties, and the CAP was disturbingly low at 2-3% average. Is it just a money dump for cash heavy investors who just want a safe bet or are there any oppor...
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Hey BiggerPockets Forum,
I'm looking to purchase a first-time home, multi-family ideally, for investment purposes, however I have left my job in January of 2020 am having issues applying for a loan. I have a majority...
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Hey BP,
I'm in the process of acquiring a 6 unit complex in the midwest. The building sits behind an alley where it is common to add parking from the alley to the back. There is a backyard to the property that we w...
I have a duplex which has windows in the shower on each floor. I am concerned that the wooden window frames will rot or accumulate mold. What can I do to prevent this from happening?
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Ya'll let's talk about Bed Bugs! Those of us who are battle tested have dealt with them many times. Newbies out there resist the urge to shield your eyes. This is part of the game. Here is a photo one of my employees ...
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My wife and I are travel therapists just starting our careers after graduating and have recently begun learning about real estate investing. We're currently listening to Set For Life by Scott Trench on Audible and hav...
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Hi BP Community,My name is Matthew and I've spent some times on the boards but have never posted. I'm currently a RE investor and a full-time high school teacher. I live in the Northern Virginia area but own propertie...
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Has anyone had success with purchasing vacation rentals on the gulf in Florida? I'm looking to purchase multiple condos on the Gulf in Florida. These units have a onsite management and they market the property for y...
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Hello All! I’m looking for some advice on a lead. The seller is very motivated and says he’s been trying to sell for years. The property is vacant and he is behind one years taxes 4K. He has a loan open for 121k and n...
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Hey folks,Case Study: a distressed waterfront property that has an unusual ground water situation. Here's some context.The property is on a steep grade sloping away from the road. The property itself is relatively c...