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I am looking into different ways of obtaining a Real Estate Agent License in the state of IL (I live in Chicago). I work a full time job as an Engineer so I would prefer something that I can do online at my own pace ...
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I currently get my notes from a few hedge funds and local banks. I'm wondering about your experiences, positive or negative, with Watermark and FCI Exchange. Thanks,Les
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I am the note owner on a NP 1st mortgage on a property in Alabama. The property owner has moved out and has agreed to enter into a DIL agreement. There is a NP 2nd mortgage on the property that I would like to eithe...
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I am starting out and would like to purchase a property with as little down as possible. Currently looking at residential properties up to 4 units. Outside of VA loans (of which I am not a veteran) and first-time ho...
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Hi - are you currently worried about short-term rentals in Orlando/Kissimmee? Recently, that has been one of the top question I've been getting from investors, especially given how well the real estate market has done...
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I heard a while back on a podcast (I think Kathy Fettke), that you aren't a true real estate investor until you don't have any money to invest. I guess I should be excited, because I've gotten to a place where I have...
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Here's an interesting blog post by Mark Cuban about the future of higher education...
http://blogmaverick.com/
Thoughts?
What about those investors out there who own student housing?
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Hey, I have recently been presented with an opportunity but i need help on how to go about it. I have been listening to the podcasts and learning a lot. I am moving out next month into my own home and I am going to ne...
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I went from sending a "hope you are doing well during this time" email to my lender to refinancing! Was able to reduce my rate a full point from 4.125 to 3.125, reduce my payment over $200 a month and save over 70k i...
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Is it normal for a smaller local bank/institution to be more willing than a larger bank to show their REO list to a possible buyer? This is what I've heard in the past. I guess I would like to hear any experiences tha...