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Hi, I've been an avid follower of the Short Term Shop (Avery Carl). I'd love to hear from anyone who owns a STR in the Smokey Mountains... what is your 'back up plan' or exit strategy if necessary? In this market, I d...
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Dear all,
I'm closing in on my first deal! But right now, I'm stuck on establishing the ARV. I would love your help in deciding whether I should just go ahead and get a professional appraisal? This is a cash ...
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I have made a list of many lenders. On paper, they are essentially the same with some minor differences in offerings. The question being: How do you decide which lender to use?Side question: How can you help ensure a ...
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Hello BP family!I recently bought my first house using a FHA loan a year ago because my girlfriend and I were having a baby. This was before I knew all I did about real estate investing. I've saved up some money sin...
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Im looking for advice on creating a JV with someone. I recently purchased a home in Ohio for under 20k. Its already being gutted and getting ready to get it rent ready. This house is in a good location. Close to hosp...
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Hey guys , I am studying strategies on creative financing and how I can raise the capital for a down payment on my first rental property. I came across crowdfunding as a opinion and seen that GoFundMe is one of the bi...
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I recently attended a seminar by Fortune Builders, was persuaded to go to their three day summit for $200, and left after the second day because I didn't like the way they tried to make you feel privileged if you got ...
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Hello, BP world. I'm curious about what bank is the best bank to do a cashout refinance with. With so many banks to choose from and me already doing thorough research, I was hoping someone had a personal good experien...
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I have been on this site for years. First i thought about mobile home investing, tax deeds, flipping. I just need to get started. I dont have capital or good credit but I have passion and desire to do something now. I...
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Looking for Tips on how to find places that have multiple cabins or additional dwellings on a property that I could live on and run. I am aware of Crexi, Bizbuysell, and Loopnet and reach out when I see something for ...