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19 January 2025 | 7 replies
Applying that to RE investing, most would agree your first FHA loan should be a multi-unit house hack.
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20 January 2025 | 16 replies
Apply for a dimensional variance on the vacant lot to allow a smaller lot and/or setback so it can be built upon.Your best first steps are to sketch a plan, possibly with an engineer's help, then contact the zoning department to discuss your idea with them to get informal feedback on your liklihood of success before you spend a lot of money.
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26 January 2025 | 10 replies
As long as the wholesaler is direct with the seller and the deal is real, go for it.
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27 January 2025 | 4 replies
In some cases, federal tax credits like those for low-income housing or economic development might also apply if the project aligns with certain goals.Instead of buying the land outright, developers often lease it from the tribe, which can reduce upfront costs and sometimes come with favorable lease terms.
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4 February 2025 | 3 replies
You can contribute by finding deals or managing properties in exchange for a share of the profits.Lease Options: Control properties without owning them by renting with an option to buy, and potentially sublease for profit.Owner Financing: Buy properties directly from sellers willing to finance, bypassing traditional lenders and often requiring less upfront money.REIGs: Join real estate investment groups to pool funds with others for property investments.For a more hands-off approach, investing in turnkey properties in growing markets with minimal upfront investment would be ideal (like in the Southeast and Midwest of the country).
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9 January 2025 | 12 replies
If more than one person applies together, then we combine their scores for a group average.
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29 January 2025 | 9 replies
When a tenant moves out, transfer the deposit back to Checking so it's ready to apply towards expenses or to refund to the Tenant.If you end up with excess funds in the Checking account, I recommend you transfer it to a third account that is specifically designated for future investments.
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24 January 2025 | 17 replies
The buyer may pay off the remaining balance at any time without penalty.2.Late Payment Penalty: A late payment fee of 5% of the overdue amount will apply if payments are more than 10 days late.3.Loan Security: The property will serve as collateral for the seller-financed loan.Hey @C.S.
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31 January 2025 | 6 replies
Happy to share what I’ve learned and point you in the right direction!
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7 January 2025 | 6 replies
I've been allocating based on sf used all direct and indirect costs.