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31 December 2024 | 66 replies
It's understandable that unexpected things arise sometimes, especially when you're opening up walls or dealing with older electric or plumbing.
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17 December 2024 | 1 reply
Sellers should also be open to alternative negotiations and market timing to maximize property value in shifting market conditions.Buyer Strategies: Buyers should explore off-market properties, distressed assets, and opportunities in gentrifying areas.
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5 December 2024 | 20 replies
Lightbulbs, batteries in smoke detectors is on them and written in the lease.You can really do whatever you want if it is written in the lease contract but bear in mind they don't own the home and won't care on certain things.
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19 December 2024 | 6 replies
Delegating up front will help you open up brain space to expand and think about how to add to your portfolio, rather than running your portfolio.2.
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15 December 2024 | 3 replies
Mainly SFH in the 2-4 bedroom range, open to a duplex if the price is right.
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17 December 2024 | 12 replies
I’m open to any advice, personal experiences, or recommendations for someone at the beginning of their real estate journey!
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18 December 2024 | 29 replies
Keep learning and stay open to different strategies — you’re already ahead of the game!
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13 December 2024 | 5 replies
Im open to conventional financing or seller financing.To find properties, you can network with local agents and brokers, join local real estate investment groups, use online platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin, send direct mail campaigns, drive for dollars, network with property managers, and explore seller financing.Good luck!
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24 December 2024 | 24 replies
Work with a CPA for tax strategies, leverage each partner's strengths, and keep communication open while maintaining detailed records and hiring professionals to streamline operations.Good luck!
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18 December 2024 | 16 replies
Not sure where you're planning to take her but here are a few of the local favorites:-Pappas on Taylor Ave (they've opened up a few new locations too)-Kocos Pub on Harford Rd in Lauraville-Faidley's Seafood in Lexington Market-Box Hill Pizzeria in Abingdon (about 45 minutes outside of Baltimore but worth the drive!)