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2 January 2025 | 10 replies
Real estate for the last four years was betting on red or black but the ball was fixed to win as it was nearly impossible to lose.
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30 December 2024 | 5 replies
I would say for most people, the 1st position heloc is no a good bet, especially if you have a 1st mortgage rate of less than 5%.Using this strategy with a 2nd position heloc can be just as powerful, so you can have your cake and eat it too!
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29 December 2024 | 253 replies
I bet, when you started investing, this day seemed so far off it was silly.
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27 December 2024 | 34 replies
The buyer pool is beyond flakey..Your best bet is a local investor.
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30 December 2024 | 4 replies
(I know a lot of investors who are doing this, but I've been surprised to find out that it's a new concept that others haven't considered.)The more units, the better in this scenario because you can hedge your bets with more units.
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24 January 2025 | 36 replies
Relatively low cost means you aren’t betting the farm—really just your down payment.
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14 January 2025 | 17 replies
I am betting a lot of media is going to be coming out of how under insured people were because to be fully covered was "too expensive".
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28 December 2024 | 23 replies
To confirm my recommendation ask him for references at his current developments, I bet he won’t give you names and will make up an excuse!
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25 January 2025 | 24 replies
Also your plans may change during the next 3-4 years while you’re in school so sitting tight and building your nest egg may be the best bet until you graduate.
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8 January 2025 | 14 replies
Your best bet would be to find a portfolio lender whose niche aligns with your investment strategy.