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im new in the real estate investment world and been in classes to learn investment strategies...in saying that I ran across a situation with a friend who is currently backed up in mortgage payments (about 4200 ) .....
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Hi Folks,
I'm Chuck. Spent 25+ years in corporate America -> laid off -> obtained broker's license in December. Have managed 2 properties I have owned for 8 years. Eventually looking to manage propertie...
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Loving this site and podcasts so far. There is so much great information here and I am learning alot. So about me and what I want: young, ambitious, and interested in real estate investing. I work in the new constr...
Can I tap your expertise on a scenario?
My wife and I own a single-family home outright in a desirable part of South Tampa for $150k, and have our sights set on doing a tear-down and new build with a $215k single fa...
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I found an old but decent property for sale using Realtor.com website locally and I am scheduled to take a look at this property tomorrow with a realtor who is happened to be my friend.The tenants will be there while ...
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Hi all,Real estate rookie here from the NW Suburbs of Chicago. It is safe to say I’ve been bitten by the real estate “bug” and it has consumed my thoughts. I’m just scratching the surface on my education but it has be...
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I am currently under contract on a 4 plex in Gardner Ma. They are only allowing me to access about 50% of the units and the basement. I know it is a older home and they sent me repairs needed per a section 8 inspect...
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So I have learned no one pulls permits for The city of Chicago.
My question is this what happens when you sell the home and the buyer gets an inspection?
Do buyers not get inspections in Chicago ?
Investors tal...
Hey, Bigger Pockets Family!!!I am looking at a home that is in pre-foreclosure status in an "A Class" neighborhood. These people ran into a very difficult time and currently suffering from major health issues. The wif...
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I came across a good deal today on a property in Baltimore MD in the 21229 area. I got the property for $29,500 cash. It only needs a little lipstick repair; paint and carpeting or refurbish the original hardwood that...