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If you reside in Texas, homestead protection is built into the Texas Constitution. It allows you to maintain your home free from the possibility of seizure by certain creditors. This protects Texas citizens from havin...
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Over the recent years, the real estate market has witnessed a remarkable shift in preferences and trends like everything else, with a growing fascination for minimalist living and sustainable housing solutions, especi...
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Hello BP family!I recently completed my first flip in the Philadelphia area and learned many valuable lessons! I am on to my second one but my question for any out of state investors are what advise you can give on ge...
Hey BP,I'm currently writing out my business plan. I'm at two pages and I think its going well so far but I would just like to hear any advice you all may have for me.What is crucial to include?How long are your busin...
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Earlier today I met with a man to look at a rental home which he currently had rented, we talked about his options in selling the home or keeping the home and renting it out. After meeting with him, I decided not to p...
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One of the things I LOVE about real estate investing is how optimistic, creative and cheery everyone is. Generally, you don't get a lot of excuse makers in this business. However, I know we all have really bad days an...
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Having some trouble finding a lot of quality info on the business side of getting started. Do most of you have an LLC or something similar to conduct the business? Is that the right move? Tips and advice on what qu...
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Long story short:
- This guy, call him "Yao", bought a house for $400k a few years ago
- For whatever reason he wants to get out from under the mortgage but he's been making all his payments. His credit history is b...
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Seeking to provide more aid to troubled borrowers, House lawmakers on Wednesday advanced legislation that would enable homeowners to shrink their mortgages in bankruptcy court.
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I live in Los Angeles and I am trying to find my first deal to buy and hold . Should I look for deals in Los Angeles or out of state ?