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17 December 2024 | 13 replies
Given your extensive reviews and strong opinions about so many land investing courses, would you be willing to verify your identity as an independent investor?
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16 December 2024 | 43 replies
My good experiences come from the knowledge I've gained and the initial support I received from RTR.
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17 December 2024 | 3 replies
Only thing better would be initial deposit and then paid in full upon Certificate of Occupancy and punchlist complete.Of course, standard items should also be checked: licensed, insured, willing and able to pull all required permits, reference checks.I would also commonly avoid the cheapest bid you get.
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15 December 2024 | 4 replies
During your initial walkthrough, inspect the property for any major issues such as structural damage, roofing problems, plumbing, and electrical concerns, while documenting all cosmetic and functional issues with detailed photos and notes.Once you confirm the property’s potential, finalize your ARV and calculate the repair costs using either a reliable estimator or insights from contractors.
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19 December 2024 | 10 replies
Look for properties with low taxes, separate utilities, strong demand, and potential for rent increases.
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15 December 2024 | 1 reply
Is there strong demand for rentals and is it potentially possible to rent a room for 1500-2000 depending on the location (slightly cheaper than a studio from what I've been seeing which is how I priced my rooms in AZ)?
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17 December 2024 | 36 replies
About 1/3 are still not providing distributions but their cash position is strong and I'm not concerned about them potentially selling at a loss.
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30 December 2024 | 24 replies
We care deeply about creating strong relationships with our residents and our property owners.
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17 December 2024 | 6 replies
My mentors (both successful investors) swear by building strong relationships often saying "It's all about who you know,".
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17 December 2024 | 4 replies
I like the strong infrastructure investment and overall job growth trajectory in these parts of Williamson County.We're also seeing similar job and infrastructure growth between Austin and Bastrop mainly thanks to Elon Musk's investments in the area.