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Hi I am looking to buy a bank owned property that needs work. My question is if i purchase the property with a first time buyer loan how will I get the money to repair it any advice appreciated.
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What is BP's opinion slate roofing? I know that it can last much longer than other roofing types if properly maintained. The reason I'm asking is that I'm looking at a house with slate. I have the choice of restoring ...
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Hey BP!
I am currently saving every penny I have towards a down on my first deal. This is painfully slow. Any suggestions on how I can get into the game faster? Suggestions on financing? I have heard of taking a HELO...
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Hello BP,First off thank you for the wealth of knowledge you share. So I have an opportunity to purchase a house in Copperas Cove TX for what is owned on the loan. The owner is about to go into foreclose as of Oct 4th...
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I found a 4-unit I like, but it has violations. I put in an offer with a contingency that the seller fixes the violations. They countered and I told my broker I’ll take it. That was two weeks ago. My broker’s told me ...
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What do you budget for maintenance dollar wise? I'm not talking about CapEx, but minor repairs (wear and tear, light bulbs, door not shutting, etc).I've been doing $1,000/yr but that may be really high for B-class SFH...
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Hello all.. so I've been on BP for a few months now, kind of just reading/researching here and there and I can't seem to find anything too specific to my situation. I live in the Daytona Beach area where the market i...
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Hi everyone,
The seller of the property I am interested in called me back last night!! I am shocked! He took the house off the market and wants to me a deal!! Now I have been trying to locate HML and everyone...
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I was contacted by a lady in Wayne Township, with a house she want's to sell in Clermont a small town west of Indianapolis. She is 4 months behind on her mortgage. She lost her husband last year, and she has been una...
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What are the experienced professionals opinion on working with turn key companies or finding your own deals? I like “time” so part of me only wants to work with turn key providers, but I like bigger returns as well, ...