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24 January 2025 | 11 replies
You’re in an great spot to get started—good luck!
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21 January 2025 | 2 replies
It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.
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28 January 2025 | 29 replies
Your instinct to speak directly to the PM and not through your realtor is spot on.
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31 January 2025 | 21 replies
Hello Satish- the greater Banner Elk area does have a lot going for it and the right property should provide you excellent income and a potential nice getaway spot.
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23 January 2025 | 23 replies
It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.
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24 January 2025 | 7 replies
ACM (Asbestos Containing Material) abatement is a tough one because often you won't know (outside pipe insulation & 8x8 tiles which I can spot and point out with no testing).
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4 February 2025 | 7 replies
The 2nd group can often be spotted via the credit report, and they are a lot less fun to host (late payments, asking for concessions, demanding, etc.)
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20 January 2025 | 37 replies
It doesn't take long to learn how to spot a good deal.6.
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27 January 2025 | 11 replies
Within 1-2 months, you'll learn how to spot a good investment with a napkin and crayon.
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17 January 2025 | 3 replies
It is a nice safe long-term spot if you're approaching it with a more long-term traditional real estate mindset.