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What are some do's and don'ts when picking a business name?The long term goal is to build a good online presence. Should the online presence/name be different than the actual business name?is using initials a bad idea...
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Hello all!
I am brand new to this site and forum, brought here by the BiggerPockets podcast and a curiosity in REI.
My scenario is a little different. I have been in the Amazon world for about 5 years, and I am cons...
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I have a tendency to overthink things, so please bear with me. I hope I describe my thoughts clearly. As I continue my investment journey, I've thought about opening up a business account with Lowe's or Home Depot. ...
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To attract partners, lenders, investors etc. Is it necessary or would it help to create a company name, logo, website, letterhead etc.? I am trying to get out the mom and pop stage and become more of a professional in...
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Hello All!
I am new to the BP website and the forums but my girlfriend and I listen to the podcasts about as regularly as we watch HGTV for our Real Estate investing education. We are both very excited to be learni...
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Just got off the phone with @Brian Gibbons after 45 minutes...What started off as me sending him a simple question via email turned into Brian taking it upon himself and taking time from his Investment day to ...
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My name is Ryan, and I have been involved with real estate in varying capacities over the last number of years. I am an attorney by education, have broker licenses in both CA and MA, started my own real estate company...
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Do you recommend I buy a house in my government name and then transfer the title to my business or just buy in my business name from the jump ? Thanks for your help !
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Hi all,I'm based in western Marin County in northern California. I'm a green interior designer / visual artist / landscape contractor. 25+ years people & project management expertise in the commercial and residen...
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When I assign my contract, do I even have to go to closing?