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9 January 2025 | 13 replies
🤔 Anyway my point is you need to surround yourself with likeminded people. Â
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18 January 2025 | 6 replies
Now, I’m ready and eager to meet new people and make the most of this incredible community.A little about me: I’m originally from Tulsa, OK, but relocated to Austin, TX, four years ago.
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17 January 2025 | 22 replies
Yes, you need a team, however you can't just assemble people together and call it a team.Â
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15 January 2025 | 12 replies
Visit with people there and you'll get a more detailed look at things from people actively working in the areas.
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17 January 2025 | 5 replies
With the cost of utilities and the level of comfort people feel is mandatory now there is no way I would want to be on the hook for it.Â
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21 January 2025 | 4 replies
Nowadays, people can make paycheck stubs/W2's that look convincing so just make sure you invest in software that gathers verified information on applicants. Â
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27 January 2025 | 11 replies
People like to use HELOCS especially now, if they have a very low interest rate first position mortgage, in order to tap into that equity without losing the low interest.
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13 January 2025 | 17 replies
Maybe also consider if they are "good people" that work in the community and just want a safe place to raise their family.Â
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13 January 2025 | 8 replies
But for many people, it is one of a number of sources of deal flow, to add to MLS listings, wholesalers, direct owner outreach, auction, etc.Assuming you are specifically talking about sheriff auctions, just make sure you familiarize yourself with the general procedures for the auction. Â
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9 January 2025 | 4 replies
@Kyle Carter People hit on the obvious, hype and excitement of a large name company like apple moving to an area.Â