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14 September 2010 | 40 replies
This blog post may help some too:Blog Post With Info To HelpI also want to emphasize that 50% is not hard and fast, but I can say with certainty 10% is incorrect.
21 October 2010 | 0 replies
For example, more weight is emphasized on a home mortgage because usually that is the biggest loan an average person will ever repay in his/her lifetime.
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4 June 2011 | 11 replies
I agree with this, and would like to emphasize something.Make sure that person is licensed and Insured.
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4 February 2020 | 12 replies
Only thing I can think to add would be to emphasize that it is important not to push people too hard, especially when you are brand new, which is probably obvious to them.
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30 July 2016 | 7 replies
Always do the math analysis on prospect properties and try to look at the subject property before you make an offer or at least have a clause in the sales contract that gives you some time (usually about 15 days) to make an inspection and possibly back out of the deal without a penalty that hurts you.I also went to college, not that it is mandatory, and I got a business degree that emphasized real estate.
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20 August 2016 | 4 replies
I did go to college, not that it is mandatory, and I got a business degree that emphasized real estate.
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19 January 2018 | 147 replies
I do want to emphasize that investors that are still managed by MACK have options and I would like to help navigate the transition out and make it as painless as possible by providing real time info.
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26 December 2016 | 151 replies
When I work with someone considering investing in rental properties, I always emphasize that the first step is to identify a competent property management company.
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2 October 2015 | 10 replies
The emphasis is on working with lenders and title throughout the process, emphasizing transparency and knowledgeable parties.
7 October 2015 | 4 replies
If you have a good project you are considering then emphasize the project.