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20 January 2025 | 8 replies
However, some amenities consistently deliver high value because they attract more bookings, increase nightly rates, or result in better guest reviews.
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21 January 2025 | 2 replies
Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner or The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.2.
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22 January 2025 | 13 replies
I’ve talked to a number of investors and they can’t get 10% down on owner finance transactions were the deed transfers at closing.I operate in 4 or 5 markets.
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6 February 2025 | 6 replies
The IRS may scrutinize such transactions, especially if the "swap and drop" occurs too close in time.If the partnership has to be dissolved immediately it will be tough to sell the one property and defer taxes individually.
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3 February 2025 | 5 replies
Over the next 5–10 years, I plan to scale to a portfolio of rental properties and eventually diversify into syndications.I’m particularly interested in the Lynchburg, VA market and other areas with strong rental demand.What I Bring to the Table:I’ve been saving aggressively, and I’m exploring physician loans to help get started with minimal upfront costs.I’ve done a lot of reading (shoutout to BiggerPockets books!)
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18 January 2025 | 5 replies
I think you will definitely want to talk to your lawyer because there may be items linked to this transaction you are not considering.
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24 January 2025 | 0 replies
.- These fees are due at closing and are part of the overall transaction costs.6.
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6 February 2025 | 10 replies
In NC, if you don't do things by the book, it can be so much worse in the end.
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24 January 2025 | 18 replies
To get started, continue learning through podcasts like the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast and books like "The Book on Rental Property Investing" and "Set for Life."