Nowadays all listing agreements - even open - contain holdover clauses with decent timeframes so that sellers can't get away with circumventing commission due to buyers the agent found.So why is it that most agents st...
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Hey everyone! I’m curious, what’s been the biggest hurdle for you when it comes to securing funding for your real estate projects?
Whether you’re flipping, building, or investing in rentals, I’d love to hear about yo...
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Networking in real estate can feel like an uphill battle. When I first started, I found it really challenging to connect with the right mentors and filter through the overwhelming amount of information out there. It’s...
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I once owned a 20-acre mixed-use property in Illinois. It included 25 mobile homes, 60 self-storage units, and four commercial tenants. When the time came to sell, I anticipated a solid profit from the deal. But durin...
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Starting in real estate is exciting but comes with its own set of challenges. New agents and investors often face obstacles that are only revealed through experience. Being prepared for these hurdles can make all the ...
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Navigating Zoning Laws: Challenges and Opportunities for Co-Living Real Estate Invest
Hey BiggerPockets Community,
As co-living gains traction as a viable real estate investment strategy, it's crucial to understand ...
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While I was able to amass a good chunk of real estate over the last crisis and had some great successes from connections and learning on BP, I also had lots of challenges along the way! Not all peaches & cream &am...
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Since getting married back on September 29 2012 I haven't really done much with real estate investing. But since another business I was involved in shut down this past July I've been itching to get back in the saddle,...
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Hello Everyone,
My family and I are in the process of making a move from Bellaire to Long Island, NY. The Bellaire market is a bit unpredictable; some homes sell super fast while others linger for months.
We have a...
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What is the most challenging thing about becoming a seller agent?