BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast — Build vs. Buy: Which Is Best for Your First Rental?

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Build vs. Buy: Which Is Best for Your First Rental?

BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast

You don’t have to buy your first rental property—you can build one instead. Newer systems, fewer repairs, and that “brand new” feeling that tenants may pay more rent for. But…is it worth it? Building a small multifamily in a single-family area could let you house hack and own a rare property in your market, but is the…

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