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Hello Bigger Pockets Forums,As a VERY new and want-to-be REI in the Bay Area, I am considerably overwhelmed with the amount of "micro-markets" that exist. East Bay, South Bay, Peninsula, or even by county; the amount ...
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Hello good people of BP,I am in a bit of a unique situation. I have been living on one side of a MF(duplex) property for the last few years an recently my landlord has put it on the market. He is out of state, retirin...
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I am looking into deals and trying to calculate the numbers to see what is a good deal and what isn’t. However, when I put in the numbers I feel like I am doing something wrong. I could really use some help to try and...
hey folks, I'm a rookie so please be kind. I'm wondering what you think is a better investment for a guy in my situation. A single family home in a good area with a good possibility of the house value raising with $...
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This is the time to double and triple-check your calculations because even a single mistake can be financially devastating. I’ve seen many people jump into a deal without the proper knowledge or experience and end up ...
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I currently rent in Boston and I'm looking to get started in REI. I would love to house hack locally but it's such a hot market right now and everything is way overpriced. I've wasted a year and a half now waiting ...
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Hello,
Just bought a duplex in Milwaukee, WI and looking for contractors recommendations (doors/Windows install, h/w floor refinishing).
Also certified electrician for inspection prior to starting service, required b...
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I have a friend who recently moved from Germany to California and is attempting to rent his apartment, in Germany, by owner but isn't having any luck. It has been about 4 months now. My wife wanted me to talk with him...
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Hello everyone,I will try and be brief.I am in the East Houston, TX area. I am 4 years into a fixed 30 year mortgage. I have a 5.875% APR with $107,500.00 left to pay. Original loan amount was 115k. Appraisal shoul...
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Hi everyone,I'd welcome advice/input on this situation, if anyone is willing. My wife and I are in the process of finalizing an agreement for a 3-family home (our first) in upstate NY (Rochester area). Based on conver...