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I feel sorry for a lot of BP'ers.I see the same questions. I see the same struggles. I can see the same small thinking.And I can see that a lot of newbie investors are doing real estate investing the hard way...the sl...
sI always envisioned myself as a real estate investor from my early 20s' and during that time, I managed to somehow purchase my first home. I am STILL not entirely sure how I did it for no money ( I got my emd returne...
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I am a 21 year old from chicago, just got my real estate license, but I want to start my investing now as well. I have cashed saved up and have somewhat of an “equity partner”. With that said, I can kind of do anythin...
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Hi All,
Sorry if I am asking a stupid question but I am new to real estate investment, and I wasn't sure if purchasing insurance for my rental property is highly recommended? It seems like a waste of money. Thanks i...
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We purchased #29 on monday. it's located in garden city, michigan. between westland, redford, canton, livonia and dearborn heights.it's a 3/1.5 bath, basement, no garage. super outdated. this was a strange one. it was...
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Hi,
Can anyone explain how some lenders are offering low interest 3.5-4% but I need to pay for points or upfront costs? What does the points actually do? How does this method of lending affect a 30 year fixed?
Cheers!
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Hello BP!I am 30 yrs old; have no debt; and have been saving to purchase a turnkey four-plex in Houston. The plan was to put 3.5% down with a first-time home buyer FHA loan. I would then live in one unit myself and re...
Hey guys! I had posted a pretty long thread yesterday that didn't gain much traction, I'm thinking it's because of the length. So I'm breaking it down into small parts.. here's the first one with my first question -- ...
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Hi all,I’ll save you the details of why the property I am looking at works and get to the point. This is my first post so forgive me if I am not following the usual conventions or standards but I think I woke up with ...
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Looking for info on any potential tax benefits of STRs. What can be deducted? Is it more beneficial to have it structured under an LLC? Are there benefits if an ADU is used as a STR (I am in California)? I am aware pr...