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21 January 2025 | 10 replies
Once you narrow it down, start with small jobs to test their reliability and quality before giving them bigger projects.Building a solid network takes time, but having dependable people on call is a lifesaver for your rentals.
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27 January 2025 | 12 replies
I'm based in WI and there are several people from NY investing here, some successful and some not---the common thread I see from the ones that are not is that they relied on someone else for information instead of investigating, VERIFYING and doing their own due diligence.
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23 January 2025 | 45 replies
One other thing that people in their 60s can consider is - if you are planning on taking Social Security and making passive income part of what you live on, rental income may not count as income against your Social Security benefits.
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28 December 2024 | 3 replies
We learned a lot about project based Section8 buildings, but are now actively pursing more projects like this.
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29 January 2025 | 31 replies
I got caught and lost my money and more and more people are also reporting similar circumstances.
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27 January 2025 | 11 replies
The idea of restricting what you do with your own cash, just because it was a refi, is probably unconstitutional.I know a lot of people investing in Texas from both inside and outside Texas.
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30 December 2024 | 7 replies
There are sites out there like passive pockets as well as this site where you can find out a lot from people who have invested with that fund.
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16 January 2025 | 15 replies
The big thing is always focus on protecting the public, disclose, and take care of people.
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10 January 2025 | 2 replies
We pay close attention to how people move through the space, creating homes that feel effortless to live in.Outdoor Spaces That Shine: In San Diego, outdoor living is non-negotiable.
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12 January 2025 | 13 replies
I can't stand Dave Ramsey because he advises people with out asking 100 questions that you should before you give advice like this.