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9 January 2025 | 7 replies
Be where their eyes are searching, but it's not as simple as asking here.
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18 January 2025 | 1 reply
I agree that austin from up close looks like a declining market but from a birds eye view, it makes for great opportunities!
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19 January 2025 | 9 replies
I simply wanted to exit two deals to begin gaining credibility in the eyes of hard money lenders.
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3 February 2025 | 27 replies
Highly recommend starting close to you so you can get eyes on the property if you do decide to purchase a true rental.
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17 January 2025 | 9 replies
Wishing you all the best - but wanting you going in with your eyes wide open!
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16 January 2025 | 12 replies
You get out there and put deals together with your eyes wide open to avoid as much as you can.
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6 January 2025 | 10 replies
It never hurts to have an additional set of eyes to look after your property.
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11 January 2025 | 11 replies
Would love to connect.I'm currently eyeing at least a 3/2 with a pool/hot tub and area for a game room outside of an HOA.Thank you!
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29 January 2025 | 68 replies
Eventually, the community begins a downward spiral, and becomes an opportunity in the eyes of a redeveloper intent on maximizing the value of that parcel.
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27 January 2025 | 14 replies
Always keep an eye on interest rates to optimize cash flow and return on equity. if you switch to long term hold investing, you'll want to see if equity stripping is a strategy that works for you.