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Issues with Investors in Chicago
I have a couple of really good properties in Chicago and St. Louis areas but I'm really having a hard time with investors. Either the property isn't in the area they're looking for, or they're not seeing the equity. Any hints as to what I may be doing wrong? I have a lot of motivated sellers but no buyers
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You're doing things backwards.
Talk to the investors first and find out what kind of properties they want and how much equity they require to buy a deal.
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