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As a new investor, what are the top items that I will need, besides money of course? Insurance? If so, what kind? What other immediate needs should be in place for new investors?thanks.
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My name is Ethan Stone and I am licensed real estate agent in Texas. I got my license in September of 2016 and I would say I have had relatively good success in my first half year. Throughout the process of growing my...
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Managing my current portfolio while simultaneously expanding my efforts became a minor obstacle as I continued on my real estate investing path. Have you ever witnessed a performer riding a unicycle while juggling bur...
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What are you hoping to do before the end of the year?
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I am brand new to this real estate investing. I have spent the last 2 years getting my finances straight and am now on the road to saving for my first rental property. Any advice and insight is appreciated!
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Here is my goal for 2015:- Complete 8 flips in the year- Average 15k of net profit in my pocket on each dealThat's its, pretty basic. I am closing on two properties in November that I will be listing at the beginning ...
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Husband and I have been working primarily in the SFH market in Chicago and are going to go into the commercial market. We’re trying to set a goal for 2019 but could use some help! We’re looking at a 2-unit with a stor...
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Hello, my name is David Jensen, I am a project manager in the healthcare field. I have been listening to the BiggerPockets podcast and reading both business and real-estate books for years now. I am continuing to educ...
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A friend and I recently started into Real Estate flipping in PA. We have
been mentored by a older family member who has been doing this for
some time. We are closing on our first property in a couple days, and
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Hello BP, I am setting my goals for 2021 (I know I know a little late) and trying to set a goal for how much I should save up for my first rental property. What is the lowest, average, and highest percentage of down p...