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While there are plenty of success stories, everyone likes to hear about the struggles especially when its not them. Here is my tale
It begins pleasantly enough August 3rd. My husband's aunt had...
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Hi all,New investor here looking to house hack a first investment property. I'm in western North Carolina which is a "hip" vacation and arts destination for many. Medium incomes are the low $30Ks, but median home pric...
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I am just entering the industry and appreciate any insight anyone can share. I have heard a lot about REI BlackBook and I am considering signing up but I am unable to find information on which operating systems it is ...
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Fellow BPers in Los Angeles and environs,
I've been doing deal analysis for MONTHS and cannot find properties that meet that 70% rule for fix and flip and BRRR. I'm wondering if these can only be found off market and...
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Ive heard a lot of negative comments about investing in southern california. So is it true? Is so cal not the best place to invest in rental property?Opinions....?
We did it. My wife and I finally agreed, the time is now. I liquefied 25K in funds, and we are now, ACTIVELY in the market for our first investment. I'M SO EXCITED!Also, I can't breathe. LOL.We're looking for a BRRRR ...
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After a basic email to sellers asking "will they consider a lease purchase" to see if they are even remotely interested in this type deal, some say they may be interested but first want to know my background, credit r...
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I will say I have spent a little bit of money under $500.00 i would say trying to learn about how to invest in real estate. But i can truly say I have learned a lot about real estate on this site. Has anyone else had ...
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I'm renting out my townhome for section 8 for the first time.When the previous (non-section 8) tenant occupied, I received a fine for a tall grass violation (the tenant did not own a lawn mower and I did not hire enou...
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Hey guys, need some advice:
I am looking into rehabbing for buy and hold deals on houses. I can find the deals near my area (1 hr away & hometown), that show about 8% IRR in our model. My parter provides the mone...