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Challenge… I personally ask you to “Step Up!”
I have two challenges for you…
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I just donated $50 to Bigger Pockets to assist with the continued development and to show my support for this site. Donations since...
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Hello Everyone,
About Me:
I'm a general contractor located in the Northern Suburbs of Chicago. I specialize in Custom Homes and High-End Renovation work but have a special fondness for historic restoration work. Afte...
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There was a local survey that was sent out from January 1st- February 29th of 2024 to pose this question. Below are the results with roughly 2,000 locals surveyed. About 67% of people responded Yes", with another 15% ...
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We always seem to want more, is it human nature???
But how do we balance from being content and grateful for where we are, while being OK to strive for something greater or more?
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Just wondering what everyone's doing to save for retirement. Are you using just rentals, 401k, or some other retirement vehicle?
Thanks
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Today is the 17th Anniversary of Marriage for Renee Smith and myself - and I'm even more infatuated with her today than I was when I meet her 20 years ago!However, I must confess that for the last 2 years, I've had a ...
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Some renters told me their dryer wasn't working properly. I took it apart and found this obstruction. But to answer my question, I took a picture of it and posted it on the internet.
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Good morning!I'm a recent BP member and have seen a few very seasoned BP pros and their wonderful answers to all manner of questions on the forums. My question for you:What kind of return have you gotten from your man...
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I am interested in a property in NJ that is listed as a 3 family but it is actually a 2 family with a tiny house in the back. How likely are renters to rent a tiny house in the back of a house?
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1. Out of curiosity, what do you find are your top 5 problems that seem to come up with contractors that you've used? 2. What do you think this problem has cost on projects you've been involved with?