Petr I prefer Columbus the most out of all of those markets due to its growth, quantity of big names, and levels of appreciation/rent growth.

Once upon a time the standard commissions for both sides was 6%, that has since dropped in many areas to 5-5.5% This is to be expected as the technological improvements and the information available to buyers and investors is more accessible and in theory the quantity of work demanded to identify a buyer a suitable property is lower. 

RE isn't about the quantity of properties always, quality is king

The specs should delineate the quality and quantity of materials.

As spring (slowly) approaches, the quantity of listings on the Oregon Coast will continue to trickle upwards, a good sign for buyers that have been looking to take advantage of the recent drop in mortgage rates. 

In my market you can drop two deals a year and easily net half a million - so I focussed on quality and not quantity.

The right quantity of money to have on hand will also depend largely on your investing objectives, risk tolerance, and financial status.To discuss your unique situation and look into financing choices suited to your investing objectives, think about having a conversation with a mortgage lender or financial advisor.

My goal is to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of these fines and how they contribute to the overall wellbeing and harmony of your community.

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I hesitate to suggest that method and would be a bit more amicable with you being less leveraged on less positions(quantity of houses) in favorable locations(high quality areas).