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Welcome to the new year BiggerPockets Community! Many of us have already begun to plan and assess how to improve our businesses for 2022. Some of us, myself included, are still in the process of setting those goals. I...
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My friend who also invests in another market in Texas suggested that we plant a tree or two in the backyard of our new rental, says it is little cost now for a good return later. Thoughts?
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I've always heard that you can expect to be anywhere from 8%-12% of rent for professional property management. I'm finding PMs who charge that as the base fee... but what I didn't expect is to see a high cost for find...
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I've been in the Property Management industry for around 10 years and it always baffles me when landlords choose to manage their own units. I'm curious to hear reasons why you WOULD want to manage your own units. Bel...
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Hi BiggerPockets community,I am interested in learning more about the Easton, PA area for real estate investing. So far I haven't found as much detailed information breaking down the different neighborhoods in this ar...
I am now turning to BP, you all, as my last resort though I'm not entirely sure how that will turn out.
After spending many years reading, learning, I'm taking action, my RE license will be valid soon, and I ...
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We have been looking to buy a rental property in Long Beach despite the negative cash flow and high prices. (I know, we kinda have to) and our budget is around 280k-330k. What I have noticed is that the inventory is e...
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Long time listener of BiggerPockets - finally decided to take the plunge and ask for feedback & analysis on the transaction below. Numbers are pro-forma done by me. Property is a 4 unit 2 bed/1 bathapartment compl...
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Imagine if you are out of college on a full scholarship. No debt. A credit score of a 709. In the interview stages for potential employers for engineering jobs. Looking to build wealth to set yourself up for more fre...
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Hi all! I've been reading a lot of forums on BP and saw many people say that 5% down conventional loans on a owner occupied fourplex is no longer existent. 3 out of 4 lenders I've reached out to also told me the same ...