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I'm diving into home ownership with a duplex. What tools should I invest in for my toolbox? It would suck to be unprepared for small repairs. Which tools are worth owning vs. renting?
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Hi All,Stumbled upon the Bigger Pockets website surfing the web for knowledge on Real Estate investing…Boy am I glad I did! What a great collection of people and information and presented in so many platforms. Jumped ...
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My name is Chase Ezell and I am 28 years old. I am a full time paramedic and side hustler out of Birmingham, AL. I currently own and operate an exterior cleaning business as well as working my full time day job. I am ...
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My name is Ben Smith and I live in Fernandina Beach Florida. I work in the home improvement industry as a Sales Manager for a stone work company specializing in the fabrication and installation of granite, marble, and...
I am looking for advice about getting rid of FHA PMI. My understanding is with the current laws, you have to pay it for the life of the loan. Are there any ways around this rule?
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Hello BP Mates,I'm hoping for some insight\advice on my situation:I closed on an SFH in April and there was about $12K in repairs that were negotiated. This money went into escrow, but for some reason, the title compa...
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Anyone have a reasonably priced licensed electrician for two simple ceiling fan installations in a high-rise apartment? The plate is already in the ceiling. I am flexible with the time frame. TIA
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Does anyone have a success story they can share for obtaining a HELOC on a rental property in CA? I have around $600k in equity I'd like to access for certain rental home improvements (e.g. roof, flooring). Much app...
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1. Looking to find licensed mortgage brokerage that will allow 75% of my equity take out on a cash out refi for a rental property. Does anyone now any licensed brokers that are doing those? My regular mortgage brok...
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🍂🏡 Embrace the Fall Real Estate Season in Tampa! 🏡🍂
As the final quarter of the year approaches, Tampa's real estate market is entering an exciting phase. Just like the leaves changing colors, the opportunities in th...