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20 January 2025 | 4 replies
As you go on your real estate journeySomething I would recommend for you is this website. https://www.areavibes.com/Use this rating and classification system I have created over time to get an idea of the "Class" for the area - A class B class & so onHere is my rating & classification for each livability score.80 and above A+78/79 A76/77 A-74/75 B+72/73 B70/71 B-68/69 C+66/67 C64/65 C-60/63 D59 and below F
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25 January 2025 | 29 replies
I completely understand all the financial calculations and models in the system and yes, it would have been fairly easy to build one myself, but very time consuming.
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1 February 2025 | 11 replies
Management & Automation: For those managing remotely, what tools, software, or systems do you rely on?
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1 February 2025 | 12 replies
Quote from @Eduardo Perez-Borroto: Since the HELOC was not used on improving the home you cannot deduct the interest, nor use that to offset your capital gain.Would adding a battery bank system to my solar panels count as home improvement?
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4 February 2025 | 1 reply
Either way, could always have the plumbers plumb the system to make it easy to put each unit on its own meter in future (so long as it’s not crazy expensive).Unit Configurations Below for Reference:x2 2 bed 2 bath, 800 sq ftx1 2 bed 1 bath, 1,000 sq ftx1 3 bed 3 bath, 2,000 sq ft
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29 January 2025 | 16 replies
There's lots of opportunities in developing neighborhoods, but also seems a bit saturated at the moment.Also, definitely budget security (remote control cameras, alarm system, etc.) for your properties, as there are a lot of people who occupy themselves by breaking into houses and stealing anything they can sell.Lastly, there are a ton of contractors looking for a quick buck.
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24 January 2025 | 6 replies
Our company is actually starting an Asset Management Mastermind to address these infrastructure issues and share our systems and procedures.
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12 January 2025 | 5 replies
Quote from @Tangie Pate: Has anyone purchased the Lee Arnold System and used his pre-trained virtual assistants?
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21 January 2025 | 5 replies
I would suggest making sure that you are following a set format/style of house each time you flip to systemize it more2.
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1 February 2025 | 7 replies
If you have a swimming pool check out the water pump system with aerial hoses.