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Hi everybody,I'm a new guy who has been priced out of my own market (SF East Bay), so I'm just learning about the complexities of buying in other markets. I've made a quite a few offers to buy places in my area over t...
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I wanted to share my latest deal, along with some motivation for anyone out there just getting started or feeling like they're not progressing fast enough. Over the last six years, I've been building my real estate po...
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Hi Everyone! My name is Keith Mildren and I live in Spring, TX (just outside of Houston). I'm just getting started in real estate investing. I'm reading and studying all I can while also starting to look for my fir...
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Hi I currently own 2 short term rentals and am building a 3rd in the Adirondack Mountains. My wife and I manage the properties easily while both having full time jobs. We were approached by a friend who is considering...
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Hey BP,
Wanted to share an experience with you that I recently had. I'd found a great lead that was FSBO with pretty good comps and even better it wasn't a full rehab but just some TLC needed. Would have secured the ...
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I had my inspection yesterday and the inspector pointed out that aluminum wiring could be an issue with the insurance company. He suggested seeing if they would accept adding arc-fault protectors in order to write the...
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Check out this incredible video of a 30 story building that was built in 15 days in China.
According to Rich Pollett:
A 30-story tall, 183,000-square-foot hotel built in just 360 hours. Just 15 days.
It was erect...
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First off, thanks for everyone who shares their wealth of knowledge and time here. Fantastic advice, community, and website.Currently I am active duty military and leaving the Army after 12 years of service this summe...
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My name is Kwasi Okyere. I am 21 yrs old. I am currently a finance student at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. When I am not in school, I call Atlanta, GA home. I have friends who want to work with me in...
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Hey BP,I'm looking to start a direct mail campaign with a target to get listings, or deals under contract to wholesale. From a listing perspective, what would you put in your mailing to catch the eye of potential sel...