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12 December 2024 | 49 replies
You can find plenty of markets where nobody builds and you won't get competition but you won't get bookings either because there's no demand.It has been proven that, with short term rentals, it's the really professional hosts that make the bulk of the money (think the 80 - 20) rule.
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9 December 2024 | 2 replies
Consulting with a tax professional is advised to ensure compliance and proper handling of deadlines.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.
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13 December 2024 | 18 replies
For me, real estate was a means to an end...so that I could spend all my professional time doing what I love: helping people and renovating properties.
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5 December 2024 | 31 replies
I'm piloting a new construction program that's building a generational style home 6 bedroom 4 bathroom, 2500 sq ft house in a class B/C area.
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5 December 2024 | 6 replies
Putting a property into an LLC before placing it in a trust is generally recommended because an LLC provides a stronger layer of asset protection against creditors and lawsuits compared to a trust alone, effectively isolating the property from personal liabilities while still allowing for estate planning benefits through the trust structure; essentially, the LLC acts as a shield to protect the asset within the trust from external claims.Consider getting professional advice on how to structure your assets to shield and protect the asset(s).
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7 December 2024 | 0 replies
Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
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2 December 2024 | 13 replies
The truth is, a large percentage of landlords lose more money making rookie mistakes than they would pay for professional property management.
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7 December 2024 | 0 replies
Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
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14 December 2024 | 36 replies
EXP Realty recently started a referral only program.
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7 December 2024 | 8 replies
Further Evaluation (Professional based)Comment 2: Yard wetComment 23/24/25/26/27: Electrical WorkComment 4/5/6/7/40: Glass repairs/sealedComment 28/29/30: Hvac repairsComment 49: Chimney inspected/cleanedRepair (Handyman based)Comment 3: Vegetation removalComment 12: Leaking hose bibComment 13: Sewer cap replacedComment 19: Door knob replacedComment 22: Replace all batteries in smoke detectorsComment 38: Replace clamp in sinkComment 39: Replace dishwasherComment 41/48: Dry wall prepareComment 44/47: Door repairHave you decided on a property manager yet?