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Hello. I am new to Bigger Pockets and wanted to introduce myself. My name is Alex Otten and live in Bakersfield CA. My wife and I recently purchased a duplex in Bakersfield and look forward to building a solid portfolio.
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First deal working on negotiation. This deal would be a duplex side by sides. rents are currently low, very low. My plan would be to go in and raise rents close to market units are in decent shape just need minor upd...
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Condo conversions typically take a multi-family property and convert each unit to individually titled units that can be bought and sold independently from one another. Ideally, a lot of equity can be created. Anyone...
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Hey everyone, my name is Blake and I’m an aerospace engineering student based in Springfield, Mo. I am looking into buying an investment property in the next year or so and was wondering about DSCR loans. Are there an...
Hello: I have an opportunity to acquire a 24 Unit Apartment Complex for a price $2,500,000Income: $21,181 /MonthExpenses: Water, trash and sewer is $1,375 / monthElectric, $300 / month Alarm, 100 / month Phone, $50 / ...
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What kind of loan can I expect to get with a credit score of 653/653/684, $120,000 in available cash,to put down, an annual salary of $112,000 (72 in salary, 40 variable comp), have been steadily...
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Has anyone had any experience converting a large commercial factory/warehouse into a residential multi-family (lofts/apts.)? Is it worth it? Money pit? Low ROI? Will private lenders bite on such a deal? Thanks!
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My name is Cameron Li, and I am enthusiastic about venturing into the realm of real estate. I am actively seeking opportunities to connect with investors who are open to discussing potential deals and providing fund...
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I have been learning on Bigger Pockets for the past month and I am so grateful to everyone here who contributes to this site.
My husband and I bought a SFR in Gilbert, AZ in 2010 which we have paid off. I...
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What role do private money lenders and hard money loans play in creative real estate financing, and how can investors effectively utilize them?