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13 December 2024 | 15 replies
When my contractor went without me they kept him waiting over 2 hours then told him something completely inaccurate and they take no accountability for how they can literally destroy peoples lives and finances.
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13 December 2024 | 24 replies
I frequent the MKE events.Leverage Your Skills: Highlight your project management expertise and strong contractor relationships when negotiating deals.
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17 December 2024 | 4 replies
I'm particularly interested in:Finding Mentors: Connecting with seasoned investors who can offer guidance and insights.Networking with Professionals: Meeting real estate agents, lenders, contractors, and other professionals who can contribute to successful deals.Exploring Joint Venture Opportunities: Collaborating with other investors on potential projects.Learning About Local Market Trends: Gaining a deeper understanding of the real estate dynamics in these areas.I'm open to attending local real estate meetups or cash flow groups.
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16 December 2024 | 18 replies
I will also add that many independent travelers that do room rentals enjoy having their own fridge.To keep things kosher in shared spaces, my friend who runs PadSplit says every room comes with one colors or plates cups etc to ensure that guests are accountable for their own dishes.
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14 December 2024 | 6 replies
However, what I would suggest based on your expertise as a contractor is going into a semi-fixer upper and make minor repairs to boost equity as well as savings.
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16 December 2024 | 11 replies
Between the contractor that scammed me and the break in, this project has gone on for about five months longer than it should, and I have depleted my savings making the interest payments all the way up until I have zero money.
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8 December 2024 | 19 replies
Is that the only asset class that you enjoy now?
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15 December 2024 | 6 replies
If they aren't taller than two floors, you might not be able to go up.I thought about that and mentioned it to the Contractor.
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15 December 2024 | 13 replies
., more than half of the calendar year) for the Borrower’s personal use and enjoyment"This means that you can only book it out on STR platforms for half of the year (50% max occupancy), which really sets a cap on your max income.
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14 December 2024 | 42 replies
I would have focused on the highest paying W2 I could find/achieve as early as possible in a field I enjoyed;2.