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10 February 2025 | 6 replies
Make sure to factor in insurance (slight change as rental), property tax (in our market is 2x a primary res), vacancy (3-5% in most markets), capex (old roof?)
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28 January 2025 | 6 replies
Brewerytown and East Passyunk could also be worth exploring.Big projects like Bellwether can boost neighborhoods, but they often take time to show results, so don’t count on them as a main factor.
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9 February 2025 | 10 replies
Also, be sure to factor in maintenance and potential CapEx, especially for older properties.
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6 February 2025 | 4 replies
@Tyler GarzaYour "buy a new house, rent the old one, and trade up" strategy is a solid way to build wealth, but there are a few key factors to consider.
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26 January 2025 | 3 replies
I guess there has also been talk of moving some government entities out of Washington, like the FBI.How does all that factor into your analysis?
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24 January 2025 | 0 replies
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7 February 2025 | 4 replies
Code enforcement in Coronado is stricter than the rest of the city, and it does fall under the coastal commission jurisdiction.Depending on the parameters of the flip you can safely factor for an increase in your timeline for permitting of about 30 days.
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10 February 2025 | 13 replies
This can provide additional capital for future investments and get the next one.Or evaluating other loan options:Depending on your long-term plans, you could explore conventional loans or portfolio loans that might offer more favorable rates or terms with the new appraisal value factored in.Your decision depends on your broader strategy.
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9 February 2025 | 9 replies
Although, it's very capital intensive and you have to rely on a lot of factors you can't control, contractors, interest rates, market shifts, realtors, buyers, appraisers, inspectors, material costs, weather etc etc.
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27 January 2025 | 8 replies
Augusta indeed offers great potential with a strong rental market driven by factors such as population growth and a stable job market.