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28 October 2024 | 2 replies
Based on the 1% rule, this doesn’t seem to make sense.However, the city and area we live in retain property value because of the schools, community, and location.
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29 October 2024 | 4 replies
Quote from @Marc Shin: First, you should let us know what state/city you live in because the rules sometimes change, and we can't give you solid advice without knowing where this investment is.Generally, you can give them a 30-day notice.
21 October 2024 | 4 replies
First, it’s a rule of thumb, not a hard rule, and it works well for screening.
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28 October 2024 | 8 replies
@Jhamari Hogan locality taxes are a little tricky as each locality has their own rules.
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21 October 2024 | 4 replies
Wondering if anyone had some windows/rules of thumbs they use they would be willing to share.
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1 November 2024 | 4 replies
For no/low-cost seller leads, I'd also recommend FSBO via zillow or realtor.com.As far as commission structure, the post-NAR settlement rule is that you are only allowed to collect the amount negotiated on your buyer agreement.
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28 October 2024 | 5 replies
@Austin TessTo buy your first multifamily property, follow these steps: get pre-approved for financing with an FHA Loan, identify a high rental demand market, choose between house hacking or pure rental strategy, analyze the property using the 1% rule, build a team, negotiate the purchase, and manage the property professionally.
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30 October 2024 | 9 replies
Just keep a few things in mind: First, make sure the mortgage lender’s cool with the arrangement, as some have rules around subleasing or leasing to an LLC.
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28 October 2024 | 2 replies
If so, if you are not familiar please familiarize yourself with FEMA 50% rule.
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29 October 2024 | 12 replies
Nonpassive income: Real Estate Professionals, STRs and K1s from businesses where you have hands-on involvement aka material participation.Each group has its own rules, and generally they cannot offset one another.