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Updated almost 11 years ago on . Most recent reply

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Dustan Marshall
  • Investor
  • Hamilton, OH
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what did you learn AFTER the first deal

Dustan Marshall
  • Investor
  • Hamilton, OH
Posted

Bought my first investment property in 2013 and I feel like I learned so much that never would have gotten from just reading. I just kept putting one foot in front of the other. I had stayed on the side line for a few years jut reading until I finally just had to do something.

Get a better idea of ARV before you buy

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To stop working IN the business

I am still learning and shaping the business but I can't wait for the next deal. What did you learn after your first deal?

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