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My name is Sam Key, and I am a senior at the University of Alabama majoring in Finance with a specialization in value investing (GPA: 4.0).I was born and raised in Northwest Alabama, but plan to stay in the Tuscaloosa...
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I may have slightly different ambitions than others on here. I'm not looking to build an empire, just eventually generate about 40k/year in rental income in 10 or so years.
My wife has some rental property experienc...
I am relatively new to REI but I have been watching some properties that are REO closely for the past few months thinking I might like to jump in the game on some duplexes.
I know that the tax appraisals rarely mat...
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I'm just looking for opinions on some colleges you may have went to that have helped you succeed in your real estate career. Please be honest, thank you.
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Hello, I've heard and read some posts about asking realtors to pull up comps when you know you're not going to use them etc. This is unethical and I would agree. Treat others how you would want to be treated, but he...
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Hi everyone! I'm Galen Herbst de Cortina.I'm new to the site and figured I should do an introduction. My wife and I grew up in Westlake Village, Ca but moved to Madison, Wi for work. We're moving back now! Unfortunate...
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Hello Bigger Pockets members, I am a business owner who is looking to transition away from my current "daily grind" into the world of REI. I have limited experience with real estate, a few home purchases and one comme...
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Greetings Bigger Pockets!My name is Mike and I currently reside in beautiful Denver, CO. I went to college for real estate, acquiring a degree in finance with RE emphasis from Wichita State University (go Shox!). Duri...
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Hello BP community, I recently moved to Chesapeake Virginia, with my wife Hadley. I work as an Aviation Maintenance Technician in the Coast Guard and prior to working in Aviation I was stationed in Southern California...
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Hi All, I am looking to buy a property in Houston Medical Center area (or commutable distance of 20 mins) where I can live for the next one year, and then rent it out. Any advice on the area and recommendation for age...