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13 February 2025 | 36 replies
Check with the county to see if expansion is possible, if not, the extra space may not be legally usable.If the deal still makes sense after factoring in potential costs, negotiate a discount.
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4 February 2025 | 6 replies
We specialize in sourcing distressed/discounted properties for investors.
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27 January 2025 | 3 replies
Distressed properties are real estate assets that are usually sold at a discount due to financial or physical distress.
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29 January 2025 | 2 replies
It’s creating incredible opportunities for investors to step in, often at steep discounts.2️⃣ Off-Market Deals Are KingMost of the industrial deals I find never hit the open market.
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5 February 2025 | 13 replies
I am looking if there are some exclusions that apply in my case.
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14 January 2025 | 5 replies
Any amount above the annual gift tax exclusion ($17,000 for 2023) counts against your lifetime exemption.
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12 February 2025 | 9 replies
Some design and amenity ideas:+ Welcoming living space with plush seating for family hangouts+ Coffee bar or stocked tea station for early mornings before campus events+ Dining table or breakfast nook perfect for family meals+ Dedicated workspace for parents who need to check in on workFor sports fans, tap into their game-day energy and make your STR the go-to spot for a fun, convenient stay:+ Big, comfortable seating & a great TV setup (think oversized couch, streaming sports channels)+ Game-day essentials like a mini fridge stocked with game-day snacks/drinks+ Outdoor space with a grill & seating for pre- or post-game gatherings+ Good parking (sports fans hate scrambling)+ Team spirit decor touches (subtle, not tacky—think framed sports prints, not full-on mascot murals)Your design & reviews will do most of the marketing but to market directly to these guests:🎯 List your STR on sites where parents and alumni book (if allowed)🎯 Partner with local businesses—coffee shops, sports bars, or tailgate services—where your ideal guests hang out🎯 Optimize your listing title and description with phrases like “Perfect for Visiting Parents & College Game Days”🎯 Time any discounts/promotions around major campus events—homecoming, graduation, big rivalry gamesThink of it this way, you’re not just offering a place to stay—you’re creating an experience they’ll want to book again and again.
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7 February 2025 | 22 replies
Selling may trigger capital gains tax, but if you lived there for two of the last five years, you may qualify for a Section 121 exclusion.
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17 January 2025 | 6 replies
What off-market really means is that the seller refuses to sign an exclusive listing agreement with an agent but tells the agent if they bring them a buyer, they'll payout a commission.
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6 February 2025 | 12 replies
The motivation is not necessarily to scale into larger opportunities but rather to achieve better balance and also optimize the performance of the projects and types of projects I currently pursue.I have no shortage of individuals who possess specific skill set who would want exclusive rights to that particular service vertical in return for contributing capital and a partnership interest (construction background and wants to take over all construction duties or someone who is a sales broker and wants to list all of the properties etc.)