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My girlfriend and I have been saving money for a down payment on our first rental property and had initially been looking at single family properties and multifamily properties in upstate New York. In May 2017 I came ...
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After my most recent post on Realtor.com projecting Stockton to be the #4 metro market in the nation in 2018, I've received the same question over and over and over again:"But WHY Stockton? What's so great about it? A...
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Unfortunately I've been away for a few months while taking care of some personal matters, so I haven't been able to keep up on discussions.
However, several months ago there were ample amount of folks here insisting...
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Hello All,It's been a long while since I've been on the forums, but I have finally decided to get serious with purchasing a duplex this year. My apartment lease is up in August so I have set a goal to be in a duplex b...
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Hello, BP family! I am new to posting on this forum however I've had the opportunity to read a lot of useful advice on here. I figured I give it a try for some sound advice.
I am looking at my first deal, naturally,...
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Twice recently people have told me of this new strategy to use a HELOC to pay off your mortgage faster. You essentially take out a HELOC to pay off your first lien, and then use that account to direct deposit your pa...
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Has there ever been a better vehicle designed for the owner / landlord small contractor than this bad boy.500 miles per charge.. body you cant dent don't need paint wont rust wont corrode.. Back of the bed with metal...
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I'm just curious what y'all think about the general market? Good time to buy or sell? Buyer's market/Seller's market/neither?
I had a discussion today with a Realtor who expects a rough time ahead....what with the el...
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I'd like to hear from anyone investing or invested in the Cleveland rental market. I'm looking into purchasing a duplex or two in the Cleveland area for long term rentals.
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I did a back of the envelope analysis for this 3 unit plus general store building and got the following numbers which seem pretty promising. What other information should I find out or confirm before making an offer?...