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Hello everyone, my name is Chad Dunham and I live in Eureka, MO.
Background intro: I am new to investing, although been interested since 2004. Unfortunately, life's obstacles have gotten in the way, until now. I am 4...
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I’m 18 and want to learn more about real estate investing. I’ve done a grant Cardone course and watched videos on YouTube so far. I’m reading a few books but only one is on real estate. What are some recommendations f...
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Hi BP Community.
I closed on my first property back in April 2020 and I’m currently house-hacking the property with all bills being paid.
The property next door is vacant and being held by an investor who bought it ...
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Since this is my first post I'll give some background on myself. I'm a government employee with one rental and a primary residence. My wife is a Nurse and is kinda shy on the subject of rentals. She gets why I'm into ...
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I have been eager to make my first real estate investment for about a year. I’ve read plenty of book, and it seems like the last thing to do, is to just do it. I moved to NYC last September and started working and liv...
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Looking for some insight from both owners who have used property managers and those of you who are property managers. We manage a portfolio in LA that is very boutique, mostly mom and pop landlords. We have given owne...
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I've been reaching out directly to potential sellers in San Antonio and I've finally had a decent conversation with a gentlemen who has invited me to look at this property. I've been targeting my direct mail receipts...
I am submitting an offer to get my first property. I am excited and really scared. I don't want to make any big mistakes and my realtor seems to be losing patience... Advice?
The property was listed for 130k. We went to look at it as my wife and i thought it would be a great fixer upper. They drilled the locks without telling the listing agent. Its now listed for a sheriff's sale in 3 week...
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I am going to be putting in new floors in the living room and dining room of my condo, and the cost to install hardwood isn't greatly different from having someone professional stain the cement.
I know the st...