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Hello all!
My most recent post was in regards to the FHA "90 day flipping rule" and had I read J Scott's book (which I have since purchased and read) I would have known the answers. But anyway...
Here is my situa...
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i have a rule of thumb for 5% but what costs are involved in that 5%?
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My husband and I left the Bay Area so that we could start owning property. Now a year later, we have 2 properties in Texas and a baby on the way and are looking to move back to the area next year.We want to buy a low ...
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I just want to start off and say I am a newbie. I am looking at property outside of the New York area. I am interested in buying property in other state but I don't have time to look at the property. What is the best...
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I'm so confused. I watched so many you tube videos but still I haven't gotten the answer. Is there any specific book that would answer the following questions?
1. How does investors use leverage to buy rental proper...
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I am new to rental property investing and I do see the age of properties ranging 7- 20. if the condition of the property good, would I be able to process to pursue 20 years old one as well? Plead help me. Thank you.
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Hello BP and Happy 2019. This may seem obvious, but as a new REI interested in flipping (have no deals at present and no team yet) when should I start looking for a good contractor? I assume I wait until I have a prop...
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Quick question regarding getting a pre-approval.
Should I go through the loan process prior to looking at properties with a agent, or go look at properties even tho I don't have a pre-approval letter.
This reason be...
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I'm a new investor and have been looking for a place in a desirable location where I could turn it into an STR and keep it as a vacation home. I found some folks who are considering selling a fixer-upper in a GREAT l...
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Hi Bigger Pockets family! I came across a house which is only a couple of years old and in practically brand new condition. The price point is good too for the area but after my agent spoke to sellers agent, we found ...