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Emily Chen Evicting section 8 tenant
30 August 2023 | 27 replies
Now we are going to eviction court, the tenant continues to harass me and sends me unwanted texts/calls.
Heather Angelo Wholesaling - Legal or Not? An Attorney's Perspective
21 October 2016 | 87 replies
I know a few investors who wholesale unwanted Dealflow.
Luke Carl the new Schlage Encode
15 February 2020 | 18 replies
Plus I wanted something to work as I do not want unwanted calls from guest.
Pj Arora Business Mail delivery
22 February 2024 | 1 reply
Common benefits are:- Opening and scanning mail to email you a copy of what was inside- Shredding/disposing of unwanted mail- physically forwarding mail to another address (for a fee of course)- Depositing checks that they receive on your behalf.Just google "virtual mailbox dallas" and you'll see plenty of options for that market.
KC Pake ⁉️ 📲Your Most Expensive Lesson in Real Estate Investing: Share & Learn 🏢
23 February 2024 | 3 replies
I will share my "Most Expensive Lesson" in the comments.To kick things off, here are ten examples of expensive lessons or mistakes in real estate investing:Underestimated Repairs: The classic pitfall where the cost of repairs and renovations far exceeds initial estimates, impacting the overall budget and profitability.Tax Liens: Failing to account for or being unaware of existing tax liens on a property can result in unexpected financial burdens.Contractor Liens: Not settling payments or disputes with contractors can lead to liens against your property, complicating sales or refinancing.HOA Fines: Overlooking or violating Homeowners Association (HOA) rules can lead to significant fines and headaches.Bad Loan Products: Opting for loan products without fully understanding their terms can lead to unfavorable financial conditions, such as higher interest rates or unfavorable repayment terms.Ignoring Zoning Laws: Investing in a property without a clear understanding of local zoning laws may restrict its use, affecting your investment strategy.Overpaying for a Property: Lack of research or getting caught in a bidding war can result in paying much more than the property's worth.Neglecting Due Diligence: Skipping thorough inspections and background checks can uncover unpleasant surprises after the purchase is finalized.Poor Tenant Screening: Failing to properly screen tenants can lead to unpaid rent, property damage, and costly evictions.Underestimating Market Risk: Not considering market fluctuations can lead to investments that don't pay off as expected, especially in volatile or declining markets.We've all been there in one way or another, facing setbacks that seemed daunting at the time.
Darrius Singleton Who do people assume wholesalers are bad or dishonest?
17 November 2017 | 36 replies
Good wholesalers help people market their homes to investors in order to get themselves out of a jam or unwanted situation.Bad wholesalers  say they are buying the property and don't worry about what that 'and/or assigns' means on your contract. 
Sam T. Tenant wants oven replaced, it's not broken
15 October 2018 | 82 replies
Allowing them to nit pick could start an unwanted trend at your expense.
Andrew Freed Question for Investors Doing Big Deals
15 November 2023 | 2 replies
Based on what you described, it sounds like you'll benefit from a solid operating agreement to call out the details of the partnership, in order to minimize the chance of any unwanted surprises or disappointments.
Del Crockett Build/Buy Vacation Rental in OBX (Corolla)
20 April 2022 | 13 replies
With Risk-Rating 2.0, the new method for calculating flood insurance premiums, many investment property owners are having unpleasant surprises due to significant rate increases.
Alejandro Patino Cost of rewiring 950 sf home
22 March 2022 | 30 replies
How tight and unpleasant are some of the spaces the electrician needs to work in?