7 April 2024 | 7 replies
Dodd Frank really helped big banks by, in the name of "helping consumers", added so many regulations on small banks and smaller lenders (basically big bank competition) that it hurt consumers.
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7 April 2024 | 2 replies
This project which I affectionately dubbed “The Mistake in the Lake” would consume a solid six to twelve months of my life and end with a 6-car garage, a waterfall-feature flowing under the home into the pond, and a spiral staircase installed by a guy named Gator.
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5 April 2024 | 6 replies
If that is not the case in FL, try the State Consumer protection dept.
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7 April 2024 | 34 replies
Removing watermarks in Photoshop is more time consuming than most scammers are willing to commit to.....BUT I noticed they only used the pic of the front of the house, all the other pics were from other houses listed for rent in the area....I recognized some from pulling rent comps.
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5 April 2024 | 9 replies
I have a similar story - health care for 30 years, looking to scale via BRRRR.
6 April 2024 | 12 replies
It's time-consuming enough to track hours, let alone check to see if the tracked hours count or don't count.Thank you ALL who posted and have continued to discuss this cryptic designation.
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5 April 2024 | 3 replies
Hi Michelle, Have a thorough inspection of the property conducted by a qualified inspector, particularly focusing on the condition of the home, agricultural infrastructure, irrigation systems, and the health of the avocado and lemon trees.
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5 April 2024 | 5 replies
Not sure about Seattle specifically (it may be more generous), but changing SF zoning to MF and having a new meter put in, etc. can be a time consuming and lengthy process.
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5 April 2024 | 3 replies
From what I know as of the end of last year, you didn't need a license to wholesale real estate in California.Wholesaling is 70% sales and marketing, so I recommend consuming related content.
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5 April 2024 | 1 reply
Local economic indicators can provide clues about the health of a real estate market.Step 5: Property SelectionSelect a property that aligns with your investment goals.