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Hi all,New to the forum and getting close to making my first rental investment and I'd like to be sure I'm thinking all of this through properly, so any feedback, tips, advice would be greatly appreciated! A little ba...
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I know you most likely weren't influenced by your teachers at school, so what compelled you to become an investor? Was is a book? Family member? Friend? Social Media Influencer?I'd love to hear your story
I'm looking at a company called Safeguard Advisors who deal in self directed ira's and other investment. I would like to know if anyone has used these guys. If not can anyone offer advised on where to go to open a ...
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I've read a lot of material on self directed (including checkbook) options but still not sure the best approach. Would appreciate any advice. My situation: Currently employed. Have a large 401k from 7yrs at current co...
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Hey everyone. My name is Matt. I have been investing in SF for a few years and transitioning into the MF game. I am still somewhat new to the syndication process but looking to network with others that have not done t...
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Hello Bigger Pockets community, my name is Greg and I currently live in Syracuse NY. I work in operations in the banking sector. I currently own a two family property in Syracuse and two single family homes in Memphis...
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Hi all!
I recently moved to the Olympia / Tumwater / Lacey Washington area and am ready to jump into my first real estate investment. I’ve been listening to the Bp podcasts for a while and I feel ready to jump in a...
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I've heard that people use offer templates, or a lawyer. But I also know that there are new, online brokerages, like OpenListings through which you can make offers, while getting a significant portion of the buyer's a...
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Hi everyone! I am currently in the market for a small, multi unit in Chicago where my husband and I can owner occupy 1 unit for a couple of years, and then rent it out later. We’re also open to doing it with a condo, ...
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Hi guys,I've been a bit absent from BP for the last few months as I'm one step away from being a licensed agent in CA. That one step being them finally allocating me my number after passing the test back at the beginn...