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27 January 2025 | 17 replies
Again, this is just my personal experience.
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27 January 2025 | 4 replies
Feel free to send me a message if you would like some help :)
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7 February 2025 | 3 replies
What’s required for success in this is deep knowledge of real estate in general and the area in particular; experience in real estate and the local laws, etc.; and capital to pay for options, marketing, legal counsel, accounting, tax advise, etc.
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26 January 2025 | 1 reply
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29 January 2025 | 6 replies
Good luck with your investing and feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you need any help underwriting a certain deal.
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5 February 2025 | 4 replies
I am particularly interested in:Understanding the fundamentals of wholesalingNavigating Texas-specific real estate laws and regulationsBuilding a strong network of cash buyers and motivated sellersLearning effective marketing strategiesAnalyzing and evaluating dealsIf anyone is willing to share their experiences, tips, or resources, I would greatly appreciate it.
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16 January 2025 | 6 replies
But I wouldn’t trade the experience for anything in the world.
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21 January 2025 | 2 replies
If yes, what was your experience?
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4 February 2025 | 9 replies
But even then, seller financing is rarely substantially better than another investment they could make (including trust deed lending, which will often be at a higher rate than seller financing)In my experience, the owners who find owner financing advantageous are at the ends of their careers and are not interested in looking for another investment (other than the usual retirement funding sorts.)
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2 February 2025 | 0 replies
It also gave me the chance to experiment with short-term rentals before transitioning to a long-term hold, reinforcing my strategy for growing a real estate portfolio.