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3 December 2024 | 26 replies
Alternatives include Stessa (free) and Buildium (more robust, pricier).For testing, a phased approach is generally best.
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4 December 2024 | 5 replies
Not sure if these are all investment properties or if you're including a primary or second home, but my suggestion would be a cash out refi of an investment property to pay off your debt, and a line of credit on your primary to have available for reserves if needed.
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2 December 2024 | 14 replies
At the moment, I have an STR in the Berkshires and have considered other investments including multifamily.
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3 December 2024 | 2 replies
Griswold – A great introduction to the financial side of real estate investing, including bookkeeping."
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5 December 2024 | 19 replies
My kids went through this around the same age and still have an interest.Teach him financial literacy and include him in what you are normally doing.
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5 December 2024 | 5 replies
They explained that Fannie Mae (according to an exchange with their Servicing Portfolio Manager at Fannie Mae for a similar but not an exact loan) does not allow PMI removal for improvements already included in the original loan’s scope until after a two-year seasoning period
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3 December 2024 | 22 replies
However, this price does not include a finished basement.
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15 December 2024 | 30 replies
When looking for cash flowing markets.. a lot of investors, including myself, are looking in cities like Cleveland.
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3 December 2024 | 3 replies
I personally use Stessa (included free with your pro/business account) and Monarch.
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4 December 2024 | 7 replies
Second, your lease should indicate what items are included/covered by the landlord.