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I live I Los Angeles, so prices are too high for rental properties. Looking to invest out of state for passive income. Any suggestion for the best cities?
Investment Info:
Condo other investment.
Purchase price: $490,000
Cash invested: $6,400
A 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath 1400+ Sq.Ft. Condo located 3 minutes away from SDSU. This property was purchased using 0% dow...
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Hey everyone,
I'm slowly but surely digesting lots of the videos and podcasts provided by the BP team. One thing I have found interesting is the 1%-2% "rule", which I will acknowledge the BP team has made clear is ...
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Hello all,I am looking for some advice on what you seasoned investors would do if you were in my shoes. I am 30 years old, and have some money ready to invest. I own 3 restaurant businesses that are doing well for me....
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Hello BPers,I recently met with an experienced realtor who worked for a larger RE brokerage in Arizona that after a decade or more experience remains under the impression that a (non- licensed) investor cannot pay a...
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For owners with a small portfolio (1-3 STR), how did you decide between self management vs hiring a vacation rental company? If you have a larger portfolio, are you still self managing? I am just starting out and have...
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What's your motivation in being a part of the real estate business?
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Something that I've noticed, that really frustrated me, are the snake oil salesman in real estate investing. If i can help anyone avoid being lied to by fake individuals I will. I am an investor in the Indiana area, b...
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Hi Guys,I have been on BP for a year and a half now. My wife and I currently own two SFH rentals in Sacramento and Parma. We stopped making offers on SFH/MFH because of offers kept on getting rejected (Parma/Lakewood)...
What's a good way to establish credibility when you're young (22) and talking to sellers? I know some people may be skeptical when they see a relatively young investor I feel that's the biggest barrier to overcome. I'...