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Hi all,I thought I would share on this experience. Step 1 - Educate myself - I have been an avid BPer educating myself for months. Podcast, reading and contributing to forums, questions, more books, upgrade to PRO, on...
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I'm working with buyers who want to purchase REO's at 65% -70% discount. I'm also working with REO agents who list their properties close to retail. I submit my offers. The asset managers reject them. They don't count...
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I was wondering if anyone has used a self-directed IRA for real estate investments.
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Hello, BP community!
I’m thrilled to introduce myself! My name is Coreen Foote and I’m a retired Army veteran with 20 years of service. Since retiring 7 years ago I’ve been fortunate to be able to take the time t...
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For those of you that buy a lot using seller financing what structure do you start with when presenting to a seller? Let's set this up saying it's a $100K sale price, with about $75K Equity. You put 10% down leaving a...
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In my research I have found that it is best to build a relationship and use a RE agent on your first property. Yet, it isn't clear to me as to when is the best time to start building the relationship [when you aren't ...
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What's everyone's thoughts on surrounding areas such as Rock Hill, Kannapolis, Greensboro/High Point?Semi new to the area (from SC) so I am learning about the surrounding towns. My plan is to house hack first then inv...
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Hello,So I plan on viewing properties soon and am currently in the process of building my team. My mentor suggested I find a home inspector soon. This brings me to this question: What kind of questions should I ask th...
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Hi All,I'm narrowing my focus and strongly considering buying a condo in Maui as in investment. This will be my first investment property. Two part question.I have two options for the mortgage - classify it as a 2nd h...
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Hi I'm Dallin Watson I am 21 years old and I'm already tired of working from 8 to 5 Monday through Friday so I'm getting into real estate investing. Born and raised here in Poky and planning staying for a long time. I...