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Does anyone have any idea where to go to get set up with an IUL? Do you think using an IUL is a good part of a retirement strategy? Thank you for your input.
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I just had my duplex fall through, before we got to closing, because it appraised 45k short of purchase price. This was my 5th in 6 months that fell through. I've been working hard to read and do research after work a...
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I do apologize for the long post here, but there’s a lot to get out here.I’m posting in hopes of getting real data and information from folks before making the plunge into my first RE deal. I need a mental adjustment ...
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Do any of you give Christmas gifts to tenants?
If they are "good" tenants, I'll hand deliver a gift card from the local grocery chain. They can use it for gasoline or groceries. Depending on the tenant, the denominat...
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I have been very interested in the lease option investment strategy lately, but when I spoke with my local attorney, a serious risk surfaced that I want to understand more. The risk is on the tenant buyer end (you doi...
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Hi all - I'm curious what everyone would do in my position. Happy to hear all opinions, and thanks in advance. My wife and I are hoping to build a portfolio for long term buy and hold. We have two properties right now...
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Happy 2018 Ya’ll!The New Year is a great way to make some New Years resolutions towards advancing you're investment goals! I started my first investment with a 4 flat on the northwest side. I used FHA financing and li...
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Hello. I'm new to BP, but I see a wealth of knowledge in this community, so I'm here to seek your advice.
I own two properties in eastern Oklahoma. I lived there a few years back and tried to be an entrepre...
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Like all of us, I'm looking at investment properties around the Triangle (mainly SFHs that meet .70% rule, mainly for equity). I'm starting to expand my search because of how "hot" the market is.When does everyone thi...