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I am curious on what BP members think the impact that growth in real estate investing, wholesaling, and direct-buy practices is having on the old agency-model of buying/selling? Has anyone come across any articles or ...
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We are looking at REO's and I'm thinking it might be better in our case to get a buyer's agent than work with the main listing agent in our area. We haven't got any recommendations for one yet.
My main concern is fin...
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As I've been getting calls from potential sellers the words 'seller finance' and 'lease option' are met with near automatic 'NO's. When asked why sellers always say they don't want to deal with the property and th...
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I just wanted to say THANK YOU BP! If it weren't for this forum I would not be attending this course "How To Make Money Wholesaling Bank Owned Properties!" given by a local Real Estate investors group. This board i...
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Hello BP Fam,I found a 4plex in Texas, at a decent price, but the rents aren’t at market. I highly doubt anyone would want to pay an extra $500 a month in rent, so I’m thinking I’d have to evict everyone. Is this a ba...
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Hello Everyone!I know that a college education isn't exactly necessary to get started in REI, but I am currently on my way to getting my degree and figure I should go for something that would help my endeavors in real...
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Somewhat dated, but still one of the best studies. MARKET DISTORTIONS WHEN AGENTS ARE BETTER INFORMED: THE VALUE OF INFORMATION IN REAL ESTATEThis is an abstract. Agents are often better informed than the clients who ...
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Anyone every use this company? It sounds like a scam or someone that just signs you up for a bunch of business credit cards.http://www.flipfunding.us/
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I’m new to all things Real Estate related, and I need some serious advice!The following is my question, or dilemma rather, on where to start within the world of Real Estate.This is my short and long term plans for mys...
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Hello! I'm getting closer to purchasing a potential single family that I would like to house hack and BRRRR. I still have alot to learn, and would like to connect with investors in town who are doing this. Looking ...