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28 December 2024 | 1 reply
Here are a few lessons I learned during the renovation, many of which stemmed from the age of the house and unexpected hidden damages:1.Damaged Plumbing: Several plumbing pipes were ruptured or severely damaged, requiring replacement.2.Termite Infestation: I discovered termites, which led to additional costs for treatment and repairs.3.Rotted Wood: Significant sections of wood in the structure were rotted and had to be replaced.4.Lack of Insulation: There was no insulation in the att Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
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13 December 2024 | 13 replies
Your major issue in the discussion.
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4 January 2025 | 26 replies
When you focus on your profit, you ask for a bad review and harsh treatment from the algorithm.
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1 January 2025 | 22 replies
I keep window treatments white but I like everything light and bright.
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13 January 2025 | 3 replies
Hey, Matt - thanks for creating this discussion.
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9 January 2025 | 7 replies
I will not comment as to the tax laws and underlying rules - that is a discussion you can have with your tax advisor who presumably you are paying to help you.What I will do is provide practical and business guidance on tracking time.Firstly, there are apps available that can assist with time tracking where you can specifically detail your time, who you met with, etc.
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13 January 2025 | 1 reply
Looking to discuss with lenders on financial options.Please DM methankskaushik Sarkar
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10 January 2025 | 15 replies
Looking to possibly connect with a new lender and discuss my options.
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9 January 2025 | 1 reply
I’m looking to connect with those of you who are actively using or interested in the BRRR (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) strategy to scale your rental portfolios.Whether you’re new to BRRR or a seasoned investor, I’m here to discuss best practices, potential local opportunities, and ways we can collaborate to make your investments efficient and profitable.
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20 December 2024 | 2 replies
I remember back when I was ramping up my own rental portfolio in those early-2000s San Diego days, I learned the hard way that ignoring “little” costs..like that termite treatment or the property manager’s onboarding fee..can turn what looked like a sweet deal into something that barely breaks even.Let’s say you pick up a property in one of those under-the-radar neighborhoods in Omaha or maybe on the south side of Chicago..markets I’ve seen a few colleagues dabbling in lately..you’ve got to be ready to get real about the numbers.