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28 January 2025 | 1 reply
Investors might want to start exploring smaller cities or less-saturated markets poised for population and business growth.
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28 January 2025 | 10 replies
The Greater Phx market has many avenues to explore, depending on your goals.
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28 January 2025 | 8 replies
House hacking can work with an FHA loan, as rental income from other units might help you qualify, but be sure to consult with a lender or mortgage broker to explore flexible options based on your unique situation.Good luck!
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29 January 2025 | 6 replies
Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.
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15 January 2025 | 5 replies
It will give you a 30,000 feet view of real estate investing as a whole for different strategies and will allow you to find new ideas and to explore and see what works for you!
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5 February 2025 | 6 replies
It allows potential tenants the flexibility to explore a property at their own pace while still having the expertise and guidance of a realtor at their disposal.That said, I’m curious about your thoughts on this approach.
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4 February 2025 | 9 replies
As for financing, make sure to explore options for using rental income to qualify, and be prepared for a 20% down payment.
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4 February 2025 | 7 replies
Consider house hacking by purchasing a multi-family property with an FHA loan, or explore creative financing options like seller financing or partnering with private lenders.
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19 January 2025 | 1 reply
Explore build-to-rent communities or mixed-use developments in emerging markets.
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21 January 2025 | 2 replies
While you work on that, you could also explore creative financing options like DSCR loans or partnerships to fast-track your first STR.