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Just getting started in the rental game, looking at 2-4 families (owner occupied) in providence, RI and Merrimack valley area in MA. Was planning on going FHA but just learned about conventional 97. Trying to decide b...
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As we plan for financial independence, and calculating our target financial goal, one big (unkown) piece of the puzzle is health insurance costs. Any advice on coverage costs/options? Podcasts rarely ask this question...
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Hello BP,I'm closing on my first property within the next two weeks. It a 4 unit (2-1BR, 2-2BR). I have little to no property management experience.What are your thoughts on Buildium ($45/month) or Cozy (free)? My pla...
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I won't be doing new tubs for a good long while, but I haven't seen this subject come up. Personally, I loathe fiberglass. The gel coat has to be regularly refinished and fat people can actually break it. Acrylic can ...
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Hello,
I'm a RE Investor focused on fix and flips for the moment and eventually will start buying properties for rentals (Short term). I moved to Orlando FL a month ago (from Boston), and I am looking to join groups...
We currently have 11 units, excellent tenants and most of them are losing sources of income. As a proactive measure we reduced their rent by 50% for the month of April and will look at May in a few weeks. Is anyone el...
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Join a Landlord Association!Many of the landlord tales of woe we read about could have been prevented or readily handled if the owner had been associated with a good landlord group.The one I belong to has been invalua...
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I own a small town-house that has a tiny backyard. It's probably less than 300 sq. feet...And it's currently a mess of weeds and grass. Would it be worth it to simply have a crew come in and make the entire back yard ...
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Hello BP, As a full time real estate Investor and creating content through interviews I find myself growing quickly and one of the areas I lack in is consistent social media strategy.(And always pushing for working on...
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What are some thoughts/experiences with using PayPal to collect rent. I read that if I don't send an invoice, and the renters send it to me as a friend/family, that there are not any fees attached.
Thanks for any he...