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8 January 2025 | 11 replies
**Selecting Properties**: When choosing a property for Section 8, focus on neighborhoods with strong rental demand.
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2 February 2025 | 4 replies
So, many people choose to operate in their own personal name but buy an additional umbrella policy to protect themselves from liability.
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7 January 2025 | 0 replies
From Before to Profit: A Live Fix and Flip ExperienceJoin us for an exclusive Fix and Flip Tour to explore real estate flipping firsthand.
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17 January 2025 | 20 replies
Quote from @Johnny Lynum: If you had the chance to invest in your first property, would you choose a single-family home or a multifamily property?
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30 January 2025 | 3 replies
Choose Multi-Unit PropertiesLook for duplexes, triplexes, or properties with ADUs.
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1 February 2025 | 11 replies
Market Selection: What factors do you consider when choosing a profitable location?
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22 January 2025 | 15 replies
Put a heavy emphasis on who you choose as an agent.
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4 February 2025 | 1 reply
This takes a little more work, but it's the fairest and reduces the likelihood of tenants that squander utilities.If you choose #2 or #3, there are considerations:Start with an average.
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3 January 2025 | 7 replies
Or, plan on this being a nest egg builder and growing your equity, living in the home for 2 of the last 5 years and then selling with Section 121 exclusion.
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7 January 2025 | 6 replies
I do have a small shop with equipment that I use exclusively in fixing my rentals.