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I recently ran across three companies that issue Surety Bonds as an alternative to security deposits. The idea is simple: instead of requiring tenants to front a hefty security deposit up front -- could be $2,500 arou...
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Hello BP, I am looking for some insight here. I have a small multi unit that I will be closing on in about two weeks. In one of the units I a plan on renting to tenants, there happens to be a forced-air furnace that i...
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Hello,
Hope you’re all well!
I’m seeking advice as my brother and I are still new to real estate investing and are struggling renting/making good use of a 4-plex he bought back in June in Bradenton, FL.
The curre...
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If you were in your 30’s and had a steady cash flow of $200K per year which could be used to buy more real estate- what would your BEST real estate long term strategy be to build generational wealth?
Would you buy a...
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Hello everyone, this is my first time posting in Bigger Pockets. I used to be a State Trooper in WA State and my husband was recently medically discharged from the US Navy. I am originally from WA and we purchased a T...
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Hey BiggerPockets!I know I'm not particularly active on here; I'm pretty bad about keeping up with forums and discussions for the most part. Plus, I've been focused on things other than real estate for a while. But I ...
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So we go go to mexico quite a bit and everytime we are down there the thought of owning something there is always brought up. Just wondering if anyone else on here has done this? We are focused om Cabo San Lucas and S...
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Hello everyone I'm new to real estate and trying to learn as much as I can. Right now, I'm working on getting pre-approved to buy a property and want to make the best decision in terms of optionality (exit strategies)...
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Hello all - could really use some input on what you best recommend for this semi complicated decision that has been consuming my thoughts for 2 weeks now. My rental was built in 1987 and has the original aluminum wind...
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I'm sure this has been covered but I'm having difficulty finding a few specific answers as I try to map out a strategy. My wife and are are W-2 employees.
The goal is to eventually have a vacation home that my famil...