Hey all,First post ever on the bigger pockets forum and I can't believe I have not found this place earlier. Here goes. I currently have successfully flipped two homes in the recent year also own / live in a duplex ...
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Is removing old wood paneling worth it? Is there a way to tell what is behind the paneling before doing too much work?
Thanks!
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I am curious to know whether or not a landlord should require renters insurance for for their properties? What's your argument for why you do or don't? I am curious to see how many landlords require renter's insurance...
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One major problem with owning rental real estate is liability. People can sue you for any reason — or none at all. If you hold title to your real estate personally you could lose everything. That’s why most real estat...
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Good afternoon everyone,
I have a question...
I have found what I believe to be a good investment property. The asking price is $229K. I have an accepted offer of $215K. The comps for this property show a house that...
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Hi all, I'm new to this forum and the landlord gig. I've been at it since last
June and have had pretty good luck thus far. I'm 24 and have a lot to learn. I bought 5 properties in a 6 month span last year. 3 of...
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Hello! Right now my partner and I are house hacking a duplex that we hope to move out of and start renting in a year. The duplex is in a solid B neighborhood in Chattanooga, TN and we're hoping to get ~$1000-$1150 a m...
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Austin Market Update: Still a Seller's Game, But Inventory Grows (April 2024)
The Austin housing market continues its shift towards normalcy in April 2024. While seller advantages remain, a rise in new listings sugge...
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Hi,Is it appropriate to ask a buyer's agent to cut his commission to 2% to close a deal if I am selling my property as owner/agent?Thanks!
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Hi all -
My wife and I are working on our first deal. Our plan is pretty typical - FHA our way into a duplex and live in one unit for a short period of time, then move to a single family and rent both sides out.
We...