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Short Term Rental Association
The Short Term Rental Association (STRA) is a professional organization dedicated to serving individuals and businesses involved in the short-term rental industry. STRA acts as a resourc...
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A fellow local REIA member is looking for a money partner, but is only "willing" to split profits 60/40, with the 40% going to the money partner who is putting up 100% of the funds. I know I probably need more specif...
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Hey Everyone!
So I went to be pre-approved for my first investment property, but was denied by 2 lenders because the property would put my DTI too high. I have good credit and enough cash for down payment and closin...
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My first question is bird-dogging illegal in North Carolina. I was thinking of being a bird dog because I was in the process of writing my business plan for my future real-estate investing business in which I build ...
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I’ve been contemplating to get my realtors license. I really want to learn more about becoming a successful realtor but I know that it isn’t easy! Any tips? Is getting my real estate license a good idea!
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Hello, I’ve made the decision to get started in real estate! I’m trying to figure out my first steps. I want to start out with a duplex or similar live-in situation. Any input is much appreciated! Kyle
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I’m really glad I found this resource and feel it will really help throughout my RE journey in the Charlotte, NC area.
If you could do your first purchase and flip over again would you make it a point to partner wit...
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I am new to the world of real estate investing and struggling to get going with my first property due to lack of financing and loan opportunities available to me...if anyone has a suggestions of advice on how to overc...
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Good afternoon BP. I’m looking for a good hard money lender in Michigan. If anyone has a lender they’ve worked with recently and trusted, I’d appreciate making a connection.I’m looking at putting together my third d...
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What if you were forced to start your real estate journey all over again? What would you do different? How would you approach your current market with your previous knowledge and skills? Where would you begin?