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16 September 2024 | 22 replies
I had a back surgery at 34 years old, and ultimately I want to be passively investing, my sweat equity was the only capital i had to get started, so I utilized it well.I also became a licensed and insured general contractor in the state of Indiana and the income from contracting was used to further invest.
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17 September 2024 | 14 replies
A couple of investor groups seem very bullish on this community and that is pushing the quality of operating STRs up which pushes the performance up which pushes AirDNA numbers up, etc.I modified my Top 10 due to the looming cap on licenses being issued by Tobyhanna Township.
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12 September 2024 | 8 replies
@Jeffery Goode Am I allowed to do this as a non licensed agent?
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11 September 2024 | 1 reply
I've been working under a friends GC license and now working on getting my own.I am currently house hacking my invest property, the main house is rented out and I live in the unfinished back unit in the back that will eventually be a DADU.
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12 September 2024 | 2 replies
and will be starting my post-licensing courses next month.
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12 September 2024 | 6 replies
Also marriage licenses - helps with women who's last name changes.)- Ask the neighbors (unfortunately a lot of these houses are in run down areas and the neighbors are transient renters who don't know anything)Pay Sources:- Peoplefinder.com (not too expensive, shows a lot of addresses, married/maiden names, relatives, roommates, etc.
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11 September 2024 | 2 replies
Or do I need to be paid separately since I will not be using my Real Estate License for the transaction?
11 September 2024 | 4 replies
They would grandfather in any existing homes that are licensed.
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12 September 2024 | 13 replies
Either get a real estate license or work for another wholesaling operation to learn the ropes.
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11 September 2024 | 1 reply
Hi,Regarding your questions:#1) I highly recommend you consult with a licensed insurance professional in your area, especially one experienced with landlord-specific insurance.