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22 October 2024 | 1 reply
Outside of real estate, I'm an entrepreneur and 3D Landscape Design or Outdoor Living Luxury Expert.
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22 October 2024 | 2 replies
Even a contractor with 30+ years of experience only knows what they know - so, they may not know the most cost-effective solution:(5) Political trends that may lead to more controls on landlords - being forced to accept S8, not being able to deny for evictions, rent control, etc.
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21 October 2024 | 1 reply
. $1.18/SF), bucking the traditional seasonal slowdown trend.
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24 October 2024 | 18 replies
It’s designed specifically for real estate, with features like rent tracking, expense management, and tenant payments, making it more tailored for property owners.However, if you’re used to QuickBooks or need more robust general business accounting (e.g., payroll, invoicing for non-rental income), you might want to keep both.Ultimately, it depends on your specific needs:For property-specific accounting, Buildium is likely enough.For broader business finances, consider running both or consulting a CPA to see if Buildium covers all your requirements.
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22 October 2024 | 10 replies
To focus on your area, research neighborhoods for trends, look for properties near military bases or colleges, and consider long-term rentals or short-term rentals in coastal areas and tourism hubs.
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24 October 2024 | 6 replies
Now working on my short term properties as I like to do hands on maintenance or designing and financial strategies as much as possible.
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24 October 2024 | 13 replies
Detroit also saw a small population increase in 2023, the first uptick in almost 70 years, which is a promising trend.
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16 October 2024 | 1 reply
Where can we find reliable source of REI Market trends?
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23 October 2024 | 8 replies
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22 October 2024 | 2 replies
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