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13 November 2024 | 5 replies
Agents may also have macro data on historical data, local median sale prices, absorption rate, etc to help with your analyses and projections.Networking/build a team: Attend local meetups, virtual meetups and stay active on forums like this.A lot of this will be done in front of a PC unfortunately but if you cut out the noise, you'll be able to maximize your time.Lastly, something that has helped me tremendously with respect to focus and improving efficiency is the pommodor technique.
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11 November 2024 | 4 replies
You can check their insurance coverage, any active lawsuits they have, their workers comp rate (how safe they are on the job site), and other metrics.
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15 November 2024 | 18 replies
I would recommend before taking on any project, saving 12 months reserves, 20% down and learn the business by being active in it.
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11 November 2024 | 7 replies
At the time of purchase, there were several STR rental properties active in the neighborhood.
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12 November 2024 | 26 replies
Requiring a real estate license can potentially be a “trap” for wholesaling, as real estate licensees may in in violation of their code of conduct by way of their wholesaling activities.
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14 November 2024 | 13 replies
I know cities like Baltimore scare a lot of investors but I've seen a lot of activity lately as if folks have finally decided it's time to act.
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3 November 2024 | 5 replies
Instead of actively seeking out buyers, focus on what I do here: establish credibility, showcase your knowledge and competence, and lock in high-quality deals where the numbers make sense.In this space, transparency and honesty are key.
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5 November 2024 | 52 replies
You also have to be very active on the BP forms to get the most out of the leads along with having an online presence.