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Hi, I'm in Chicago and am interested in doing lease options. Could anyone offer information for a beginner? Do I need a website right away? What do I need to get started (ie real estate attorney, where do I find contr...
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I am looking at purchasing a duplex for 100k. The seller is an older man and wants to do owner financing so that it will continue to give him income from the property and he will make a profit from it. However, the se...
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I write today seeking advice from you guys who's compounded experience may help me devise a strategy early on. I want to get started investing in real estate investing and would like to come up with a plan that will p...
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Hello everyone,
I'm feeling a bit indecisive about what to do next and could use some advice.
I recently moved to the United States 7 months ago, specifically to Orlando, FL. I've managed to save up $20,000 and I'm ...
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Hello BP! Several years ago, a 22 year old me (and my wife) with a baby on the way decided to purchase our first property (with little to no money OR real estate experience). We purchased this home mid 2006. Fast f...
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Hello,
I am beginning the hunt for my first property. I've had my ear against the door of REI for a few years now and I'm finally ready (within the next 12 months or so) to dive in. The main goal is of course to omit...
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Hello all. I'm not sure if I am doing this right or not. I purchased QB Desktop last month to convert my 6 spreadsheet rental property tracking system to one program. I have never used any accounting software before a...
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Rates are supposed to go down. All the major forecasts for mortgage rates are still pointing slightly down for 2025. But ever morning for the last 2 weeks I see the 10 year T-bill up another 10 basis points or so, and...
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Good Morning,What areas are still cashflowing and I can scoop up and hold? Is Ohio/Indiana/arkansas over-saturated now? Looking to network with realtors and investors in the game! Cash ready.