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Heres the short version for you who TLDR.I never bought a house before. Bought 2 in one day, 3 in one month. Learned all I needed to know right here on BP. Used all the calculators here on BP to figure out the deals....
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hello all. first post here. I am interested in getting into the real estate investing world and have a few introductory questions. Unlike many of you, I have no interest in doing this full time (at least not until ...
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So I think the good news around real estate is only going to continue for some time to come. I believe we could see 5%-10% appreciation between now and 18-36 months on a national level and much more in local markets ...
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A Menards just opened in my area. I've heard about this store for years, but never had the chance to go inside one. They've been mailing out flyers like crazy and seem to have good deals on stuff. I currently buy most...
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As an investor, after you reached your 1st year owning your rental properties, did any of you keep your rent the same, or increase it? What's the smartest decision, why or why not?
Thanks for your time,
Rhea
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Have been doing research to narrow down certain areas / cities to invest with buy-and-hold rental properties -- Florida continues to pop up in articles and when looking at metrics such as Pop Growth / Employment growt...
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The City of Boston recently enacted regulations that severely restrict property owners from renting out their homes by the night, unless the owner lives in the unit - a move aimed squarely at Airbnb.I don't have a dog...
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