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What are the criteria that people consider when deciding where to invest? It seems that it often comes down to comfort level and familiarity with markets. I am comfortable with in-person property searching but have no...
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Hello Bigger Pockets Community!My name is Michelle Coombs and I’m a very green aspiring Real Estate Investor! I’m currently residing in Chillicothe, OH while I complete an Internship at the Veterans Affairs Medical Ce...
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I'm getting ready to move out of state for work and trying to decide between selling or renting out my house. I'm hoping for some sage wisdom from the BiggerPockets group. The house is only two years old, so I'm hopi...
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Who recommends getting a Real Estate License before first investment? If so, what is the best place to get licensed?
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For the experienced STR investors, what insights can you share about occupancy and rate trends? How is 2023 shaping up relative to the past few years?I hear a lot about how over supply is driving down prices and occup...
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Hi all! My name is Malcolm and I’ve just started looking into real estate investing, I have spent a fair bit of time learning and practicing analyzing deals. The main concern is I am from Canada and looking to invest ...
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I currently have a home that is worth anywhere between $300k - $400k. We have lived here for 3 years and owe $260k (purchased for $280k). We are relocating out of state and I'm interested in using this as an opportuni...
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Hello, I'm a long time lurker but I believe this is my first post. While I have upcoming meetings with a real estate CPA, attorney, and a financial planner I want to reach out and see if anyone has some insight.My bu...
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Hi all! I hope you are doing well. I am a young and inexperienced landlord looking to see what other landlords are doing for managing their portfolio. I recently househacked my way into my second property, and my firs...
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Here is my current situation. I currently am house hacking a 3 unit home in Worcester MA. (FHA at 2.25%) I have lived here for 1 year and want to purchase another property with a low down payment. I have found credit ...