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29 January 2025 | 0 replies
Mystery and fear intermingle into the minds of investors when it comes to properties that are distressed.
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5 February 2025 | 14 replies
I feel it depends on your investing horizon but I don't mind the stock market as long as you don't plan on using the money right away.
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6 February 2025 | 3 replies
It could give you peace of mind as you focus on your family and move to your new home, without the additional stress of managing a second property from afar.Best of luck with your decision!
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5 February 2025 | 15 replies
Quote from @Diane Pizarro: @Sarah Kensinger do you mind if I ask which mastermind class you took?
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6 February 2025 | 4 replies
(in the back of your mind the cleanliness is no excuse and they clearly do not respect your property.
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5 February 2025 | 3 replies
Keep me in mind if you need any help in the future.John
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23 January 2025 | 5 replies
Paying off the mortgage can provide peace of mind and simplify retirement, while keeping the debt allows you to leverage your funds for higher returns through investments.
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22 January 2025 | 14 replies
NO for sure IF you are doing your first deal then 75 25 is totally appropriate in my mind.
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28 January 2025 | 4 replies
Sounds like this could possibly be a Schedule C activity so keep self employment tax in mind.
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3 February 2025 | 26 replies
One thing to be mindful of is the cash flow of the property as you get into higher LTVs.