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Hey BP family, long post for a newbie with the highest offer on an REO. I could use some outside eyes to help me see if I'm assessing my situation correctly.I've been casually browsing the market in my expensive Virgi...
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I have an opportunity to buy a triplex in a small-ish town. The owner is 80 years old and just wants to retire from landlord duties. She owns it free and clear. The list price is $80K, but after doing the comps in ...
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I'm a new investor and would love to hear your opinion on my 1st rental property purchase attempt in Southern California.The good:1. 4/2/2 1600 sf SFH with big yard;2. flipped house so everything is new;3. comps with ...
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I just got a quote to replace my hot water heater for $2,450. Is this a reasonable price. It seems high to me. the hot water heater is working fine, but it was made in 1994 and My current tenant is moving so I want to...
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Here is my current project on another BRRRR duplex in Deer Park, Ohio just outside of Cincinnati. I wanted to share the back story on how I picked up this off market deal with hopes to inspire other investors and hope...
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Houses that scare other people. That is what I love. The uglier the better. The more cat piss the better, and the more charred wood, the better. Hoarders, sewer back ups, excessive cats, crack houses, and on and on...
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Can someone give me a definitive answer on the 50% rule? I understand the concept, that your expenses should only equal 50% of your gross rent in order to get positive cashflow. But which expenses are included in th...
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Property located at210 S Pearl St.Astoria, IL 61501Hey guys, I am meeting with the owner of this property tomorrow at noon. I just got off the phone with the owner. A really speedy search on Zillow showed that the h...
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Today we closed on our 5th investment property. This one is a 3/2. 1584 sq ft. No basement. Garage and large backyard in a good area. We are trying to decide if we should rent or possibly try and flip this one.
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