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3 January 2025 | 26 replies
I’ve just made an offer on a building and the listing commission was 3% paid by the sellers.
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2 January 2025 | 32 replies
The issue I take with anyone looking for an app instead of building their own is that it misses the forest for the trees.
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31 December 2024 | 7 replies
Having a solid team around you like agent, lender, contractors etc.
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11 January 2025 | 3 replies
The rent from the other units will allow your to purchase a more expensive property than you could on your own, which could help you build the value of your portfolio (and equity) faster.
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10 January 2025 | 12 replies
Even if I am to not be taking home the lion's share of initial deals, I'd like to still be building some capital for future dealings.
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7 January 2025 | 4 replies
It will be great to build out community.
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9 January 2025 | 9 replies
If you want to build a large number of properties, get connected with local meetups.
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24 December 2024 | 8 replies
Those are the hard working contractors you want to start with.
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7 January 2025 | 12 replies
Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.
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17 January 2025 | 23 replies
Seems like it'd be lower maintenance since it's a new build and in a nice area.