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Ok folks, this is my first post on BP. I love the site, the podcast, and forums and exchange of information. I have not yet purchased any investment property but have been considering a turnkey approach. Companies I a...
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Hello! I'm new to Real Estate Investing, and I want to get more involved here in BP. I have a question that I haven't seen here in the Starting Out forum. Some backstory: I work for a large corporation here in Cen...
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Is paying for an established reputable investors mentorship or coaching program worth it?
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Does anyone live and/or own in the Bryant neighborhood of Minneapolis?As an out of state investor, my preference has always been duplexes and up but lately, I've seen some nicely refurbished SFRs in the Bryant neighbo...
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Hello BP community! I've been casually learning about real estate over the last year or two but am ready to take it more seriously and make my first deal. My struggle right now is determining the right strategy for me...
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Is there a BP meet up in Central Florida?
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Any other software engineers become Real Estate Investors? Would love to hear about ways you've leveraged your skills for automations, integrations etc.
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I just wanted to see where I am in the grand scheme of things here...how old were you when you purchased your first property? I am 26 and will purchase my first property later this year (December time frame). Also, if...
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I recently heard that investors can take money out of their IRA to lend as hard money lenders or to buy notes without paying the 10% penalty to the IRS. Is this true? Has anyone done this? Any replies would be appreci...
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Hi Everyone,I'm looking to buy somewhere within the city of San Francisco as an owner occupier. It seems that in many markets, the biggerpockets game plan is to buy a somewhat distressed multiplex, add value through i...