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@ Llewelyn A. -You posted this on another thread:"Mike, Jay, like both of you, I buy based on Internal Rate of Return (IRR) Analysis, not on calculations that only tell you what the current year return gives you.I met...
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Re-Post from my BP Blog --> My recent tenant mishap led to burst pipes and thousands of $$ in plumbing, carpet, paint & cleaning. Worth it? 100% IMO...read on for why! All feedback is welcomed and encouraged.--...
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What is your WHY??? What wakes you up in the morning and makes you want to do a deal? When I started 5 years ago, I used to think it was for financial freedom or more time with my future kids, but now I think I just e...
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I have two major wholesaling questions that are troubling me:
Firstly, when you wholesale, does it matter if the seller owns his home free and clear or does it make a difference if he has a mortgage on it?
Secondly,...
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Looking at purchasing my 1st rental property, a single family 3/4 BR, 2 BA in a hot area of NY's Hudson Valley. Older 2 story home (1900) with some updates. Looks good on the outside but inside it's a MAJOR fixer-uppe...
We Are All DetroitDo you think the damage from the pending bankruptcy of the city of Detroit will be limited to Detroit? Think again. Detroit is partly the victim of economic trends far beyond its control, the down...
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Helllo fellow BP members!I'm looking to invest in Philly universities area and potentially Buffalo, NY however, my wife and I are currently looking to buy a home as our personal residence. Should we wait until we have...
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I am very interested in Austin, TX specifically, seems like Agents are optimistic about the future of the market. I want to hear more about what INVESTORS think about STR, LTR, or possible Prefab homes?Any suggestions...
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Hello, my question is about being debt free. As I have been getting my personal finances in order by being debt free and having a savings. I was wondering should I do the same with my investment properties? And does a...
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Hello all. My name is Scott. My wife and I are just beginning our investment journey in real estate. I just turned 50, so I feel some pressure to get started quickly given we are late in the game. Our local market...