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So I found out you can now use FHA to acquire mixed use properties with up to 49% commercial component. The multifamily market in my area is totally overwrought (if you can even find something on the market at all) so...
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Good morning everyone!I'm new to BP and looking to soon start building my RE Investing portfolio. My wife and I just bought a house in South Bay LA, California which is our primary residence. It's a 3bd/1.75br. With 2...
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Hello,
Could anyone share their experience in investing in a new construction single family home or duplex at below cities as far CAP rate, cash flow, rental income etc:
1. Abilene, TX
2. Willis, TX
3. Conroe, TX
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What are you guys finding as rule of thumb benchmarks for rehab costs in Arizona? Is there a trades list you use, or a square footage estimate? Looking for all intel. Thanks!
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I live in Staten Island, NY and have been looking to buy a duplex for a buy and hold. I have been doing research for years and been hesitant since the 50% rule and the 2% rule do not workout on a typical NYC home. T...
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Hello, Newbie here. I was searching through the RMLS and trying to get some practice in on looking at buying a rental property. I'm not ready to buy, but I am pretending that I am to gain some understanding on how t...
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Hey guys, how do you determine if you are purchasing a duplex for a solid price? Does the 1% rule apply here or is it a different calculation?-Melanie
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Was reading that to paint inside a building built before 1978, you need to use a firm certified lead-safe by the EPA to do the job. What if I want to do it myself? What precautions should be taken?
The apartment do...
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I am looking at buying a rental house in Lansing Illinois, which resides in cook county. I’m looking for advice and to be pointed in the right direction to find the rights and laws for renting in this area. Any advice...
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Hello BP,
What is for formula in determining if your Buy and Hold is successful?
Thanks