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I live in Oklahoma City. I'm looking to buy a duplex later this year to house hack with. I've got my eyes on a few already. I went and got preapproved through a mortgage company. However, they're telling me that I can...
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Hello everyone!I am new to the BP scene, and would like some advice on my first BRRRR calculation. I’m on the brink of making my first purchase towards (hopefully) a successful real estate investing career. My goal is...
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The quick version. I own, no lien, an older 40’ yacht. I have spent a good amount of money fixing everything as all boat owners know. Now, I am not using it and either have to S or get off the pot. Boat and job ar...
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May I know if anyone knows of a reliable mortgage broker or banker in Jersey City area? I guess for no fee mortage broker, the closing cost is usually higher because the bank needs to pay the broker right? Thanks g...
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I'm considering buying a couple duplexes and am curious if it is customary for the tenants to do their own lawn mowing? The duplexes are 2 bed 1 bath, no garage. Rent is $550-$650 per side. Any suggestions or experien...
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Hi all. I'm new to this forum and want to hear your expertise. We are trying to buy our first investment deal and we're looking at a SFH in South Florida. This was a flip that sold in April 2013 for $183K, the investo...
I think I could use one...but need to talk to a few first. Anyone got referrals? :D
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Did you ever hire Ronald and Kimberly Weaver in Management Systems Residential (MSR) in Detroit MI before? We hired them as our property managers in Dec 2012. We have had a terrible experience with them. Here is why: ...
I’ve been a long time lurker but my wife is finally on board to allow me to pursue what I’ve wanted for some time now. Clearing out a little bad debt with my OT right now and then it’s on to property number 1. Now on ...
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I was having a discussion with my lender when he came out to do a inspection on my rental investment. He told me a story of his first time rental of a property that he was force to rent out due to a loss of job and di...