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Hello Bigger Pockets folks
I am new to real estate and plan to invest in the market a year from now (when I am financially better on paper). I am currently working on my education and my finances. However, in the me...
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Hello
Is there a thumb rule to determine if a rental apartment or home deal is good? What should be considered a good return % wise, let's say in Houston, TX or Minneapolis, MN or Chicago, IL.
Thanks
Sid
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I’m a new investor who is hoping to do his first direct mail campaign starting in 2014 to wholesale a few properties. I just got out of a 90 minute consultation meeting with an attorney. My purpose for going was t...
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I purchased a Tax Certificate in Hillbourough County Florida. Redemption Period is up and I was told i can foreclose on this property. My question is since the redemption period is up does this have to go back to...
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I am new to the forums and attended the Summit today (Friday). Not sure if I am in the right place, or the right century for that mattter. I am not much for getting on the computer and posting, but that is apparentl...
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I’m an aspiring real estate agent. I have not gotten my license yet, just beginning courses. My main interest is in investing (which I’m also just learning about) and I’d like to know if there are any special rules o...
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Is there a alternative to dual agency in TX? I want to start wholesaling on market property in TX and am wondering if there is something I can offer listing agents to like my offer more than the next offer. I have re...
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Good debt vs. bad debt
Debt doesn’t have to be a bad thing. Taking on some debt might allow you to achieve your goals or fulfill your dreams. Borrowing money can help you complete your education, purchase a home or f...
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Hello,I’m looking to have cost segregation done on a valuable single family rental property.The price we paid for it less than the land is just over $500k which is the limit for some software.I’ve gotten estimates for...
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Hello BP community! My name is Jeremy and I would like to introduce myself. I am an electrical engineer and I currently live in Brooklyn, NY with my wife. I am interested in real estate investing to become financia...