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Doug Kirk Best Strategy for Starting Out in Real Estate
31 October 2024 | 44 replies
His theory is a paid off mortgage on your primary, $500k in liquid assets, and more than 1 source of income (real estate, social security if of that age, retirement, part time job, etc.). 
Alexander Zeisberg New Again Agent
1 November 2024 | 4 replies
Remember, they can always refer themselves😊Now, make it a goal to call at least 5-10 of these people EVERY day and ask a MAX OF THREE off the list below of who they know that:Just inherited a homeHad a loved one pass awayIs behind on their mortgage or tax paymentsHas a relative that can’t take care of their house anymoreHas a house they’re having trouble sellingIs facing bankruptcyKnows a probate attorneyKnows a bankruptcy attorneyetcWhy only three off the list per contact?
Ben Osran Investing in the Detroit Area
30 October 2024 | 7 replies
They have a mix of solid rental demand and still offer relatively affordable entry points.FWIW, those aren't areas I specifically invest in today but they will give you some anchors and are examples of strong neighborhoods.As for schools, it’s true they can be a challenge in a lot of Detroit.
Laurieann Frazier-Duarte Landlord responsibilities with rentals
1 November 2024 | 22 replies
There are items required by law and in general those are related to the safety and basic comfort of living. 
Craig Bowman New to realestate investing
28 October 2024 | 9 replies
:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.
Blake Doersch Thoughts on Certain Area for Real Estate
25 October 2024 | 1 reply
I work for General Dynamics Electric Boat which has decades long contracts with the US government and the turnover rate is relatively high in the company so my thoughts are if I could choose a place that is within commute distance there and within the price range of the average employee that maybe that could be a great idea but I want to know if people think that is too much of an assumption and risk to make?
Tri Tran Need Help! will likely lose 30K to a scam
30 October 2024 | 12 replies
However, communication issues with Lacey began almost immediately—she took two weeks just to send me a contract and was frequently unresponsive, blaming weather-related issues.She advertised the property as highly profitable, but when I asked for proof, she never provided any.
Vishal Kumar Jefferson Street Investing
29 October 2024 | 5 replies
Nashville is a very pocketed city when it comes to neighborhood quality especially in relation to crime rates, overall aesthetics or available amenities.
Daniel Sam Jacksonville Section 8 B & C Neighborhoods
28 October 2024 | 7 replies
Also, any tips y'all would give to people who are just starting out, also I am open to other nearby areas where barrier to entry is still relatively low.
Thomas Gagnon Questions to ask potential section 8 Tenant
29 October 2024 | 10 replies
If it happened after I disqualify.3) Unlike current HUD law which disallows us to use felony status as a screening tool, SEC 8 removes any recipient holder over the age of 18 who gets a felony.