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9 January 2025 | 17 replies
Reliable, thorough housecleaning services can be challenging to find.
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17 January 2025 | 19 replies
Specifically, I am looking at partnering with an individual who owns securities (stock and mutual funds) having them take out a line of credit against their portfolio (SBLOC) at a low interest rate, and using that to purchase properties rather than using a mortgage.
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12 January 2025 | 11 replies
The best way to see if someone is a reliably paying tenant is by their credit score.
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6 January 2025 | 2 replies
Diversifying geographically can also reduce risk and increase long-term returns.For example, there are several markets across the U.S. that are ideal for new investors because they offer affordable entry points, reliable cash flow, and strong economic fundamentals.
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17 January 2025 | 22 replies
Make sure your real estate agent isn't just about closing that one deal but understands the benefit of protecting you on each purchase to ensure that you keep buying because you are enjoying success. 2.
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7 January 2025 | 2 replies
I have purchased an off-market property from an investor who now wants to sell the rest of his portfolio.
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7 February 2025 | 13 replies
I've purchased a few properties from you guys.
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31 December 2024 | 0 replies
Purchase price: $140,000 Cash invested: $55,000 Sale price: $255,000 My business partner and I took on this Arlington property as a fix-and-hold investment.
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3 February 2025 | 56 replies
Have you purchased any in the Clev markets as you said you wanted to months ago?
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7 January 2025 | 3 replies
It’s a cleaner, more reliable solution, and while the higher subscription cost can feel like a drawback, it’ll save you a lot of headaches and time in the long run.