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5 April 2024 | 1 reply
Before diving in, it's crucial to grasp the basic types of real estate investments:Residential Properties: Investing in homes where people live, ranging from single-family homes to multi-unit apartments.Commercial Real Estate: Involves properties used for business purposes, such as offices, retail spaces, and warehouses.Industrial Real Estate: Includes manufacturing buildings, storage units, and distribution centers.Land: Buying undeveloped land with the prospect of future development or resale.Step-by-Step Guide to Starting in Real Estate InvestingStep 1: Education and ResearchThe foundation of successful real estate investing lies in understanding market trends, property valuation, and the economic factors influencing real estate prices.
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5 April 2024 | 2 replies
@Mounish Thatikonda, while I can't speak in too much detail about the financing side, I will note that I have never built a house, but had talked to lenders in the past, and they were willing to finance a new construction house for me with full personal guarantee and a reputable builder contracted to manage the construction.
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6 April 2024 | 22 replies
Close to CA, tech and manufacturing job growth, 4th lowest property taxes that don't reassess on the sale, and no state income tax.
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5 April 2024 | 6 replies
More so, going under contract and backing out on someone is a bad look and not one you want affecting your reputation starting out as a wholesaler.
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5 April 2024 | 10 replies
I know mobile home has a bad reputation therefore not that many people are doing it and the competition is not that big.
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6 April 2024 | 7 replies
Sent you a pm but... as other have said: no fires really; yes a lot of hail; always need to watch out for foundation issues; and know a good reputable Roofer, like ME!
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4 April 2024 | 5 replies
That will determine parking, access into doors, outside storage, etc.Get the Building manufacturer or construction company to do the building prints and not an independent engineer.
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4 April 2024 | 14 replies
Note: I believe they call out "manufactured home" separate of "the property" not because this form only deals with manufactured homes but because a manufactured home on land but not on a permanent foundation is considered a separate piece of real estate form the land.
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4 April 2024 | 21 replies
You build your reputation and internet presence.
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4 April 2024 | 42 replies
I think it all depends on what you want your reputation to be.