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5 February 2025 | 18 replies
Validate their Legitimacy:Ensure the company is properly licensed and regulated, particularly if you're working with private lenders.
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1 February 2025 | 2 replies
Encouraging property owners to sell these homes to renters could not only reduce housing costs but also revitalize communities, particularly in underserved areas, by fostering pride of ownership and long-term neighborhood investment.
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22 January 2025 | 12 replies
However, I don't find the long vacancy particularly enjoyable, and I'm hoping to gain some insight and grow from the experience.Has anyone else experienced this, and what did you do to avoid it?
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28 January 2025 | 7 replies
There's a lot of suckers who attend these sales, particularly for the lower priced properties and that's precisely who you don't want to be bidding against.
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28 January 2025 | 8 replies
On top of that, FHA has very strict and particular rules around income.
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26 January 2025 | 3 replies
I personally like Alabama and Tennessee a lot, depending on what specific area you're looking at.Look for Class B or C properties in stable rental markets, particularly single-family homes or duplexes.
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22 January 2025 | 203 replies
While recent years have presented challenges, California real estate has historically seen significant appreciation, particularly in desirable coastal areas.
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18 January 2025 | 2 replies
I would particularly love to help someone within the Atlanta area with a fixer-upper by providing some physical labor.
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7 February 2025 | 14 replies
That means that you will need to get those particular ducks in a row before you get rolling.Also, sites like Taskrabbit.com has a lot of folks on there that can help get things put together, setup the spaces etc.
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6 February 2025 | 9 replies
I have improved fair rental value and value by increasing the kitchen size; adding an island tearing down walls between the kitchen and dining area and living area, etc.It all depends on the particular property.