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That was a disappointing start
I went to look at my very first potential property investment today. I was very excited, showed up 10 minutes early and waited, and waited, and waited. The realtor NEVER showed to show me the property. That's fine, from the outside I could see new roof needed, new HVAC, new windows, and the inside looked gutted.
It was definitely the UGLIEST house on a nicer block, I just don't have that Kind of capitol.
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Originally posted by @Kevin Paglia:
@Joe Villeneuve No no... I went to look at it before I did anything. As a first property, I want to make sure I don't buy a money pit, which I think this one will be.
Learn soon how to make offers before you inspect the property. Inspect only deals you get accepted. You'll waste a lot of time doing it the other way, and lose a lot of deals.