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19 October 2024 | 5 replies
Build a strong credit score by responsible usage of credit cards, reading books, and engaging in forums.
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15 October 2024 | 1 reply
Hi all, I am familiarizing myself with at the Lincoln market and wondering whether any local investors can shed some perspective on overall property values relative to rents in the area. Are you generally seeing cash ...
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22 October 2024 | 12 replies
I'm a fan of co-hosting pretty strongly over arbitrage, but I am trying to hear stories of success (or failure) on both sides.
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19 October 2024 | 0 replies
Invest in RelationshipsBuilding strong relationships with lenders, contractors, inspectors, real estate agents, and attorneys can help close deals even in tough times: Real Estate Agents: Experienced agents know how to guide buyers and sellers through complex markets.
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22 October 2024 | 15 replies
He is always encouraging his community (strongly and softly) to help someone.
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18 October 2024 | 1 reply
The local market in Waynesville showed strong demand for updated homes, making this deal an attractive option for a profitable flip.
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19 October 2024 | 1 reply
The surrounding neighborhoods (West Passyunk, Girard Estates) currently have pretty strong fundamentals, although weigh towards owner-occupied.
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20 October 2024 | 84 replies
Since I'm really busy with my job, I've been strongly considering paying off each one aggressively, which would increase cash flow by 2k which would be similar to owning another 5 units, but without the headache of 5 more tenants and the issues that inevitably arise with owning more properties.
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20 October 2024 | 9 replies
A handyman, hvac usually, painter, lawn guy...Tossing out numbers to give you estimates;I strongly do not recommend new folks flipping buy a junker 2/1, and expect to punch it out to a 3/2!!!
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24 October 2024 | 33 replies
Several of my Section 8 tenants are in my Top 20 list of worst tenants (out of thousands) and left owing $10,000 or more due to unpaid rent, cleaning, and repairs.I have strong feelings about people that stay on the government teat long-term, but I'll leave you to form your own opinions.