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1 February 2025 | 9 replies
I'm sure they are out there but this is just a rule of thumb and I would rather use J Scott's approach when he analyses deals outlined in his book.You factor in your desired profit as a cost and you work backwards.
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30 January 2025 | 1 reply
With my background in hospitality and a drive to create exceptional guest experiences, I decided to take the leap.
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1 February 2025 | 9 replies
Let’s learn from each other—whether you’re just starting out or refining your approach after years of investing, I’d love to hear about the strategies driving your real estate journey in 2025.Looking forward to seeing what everyone’s working on this year!
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3 February 2025 | 5 replies
They're long distance typically so viewing the space in person isn't usually a priority, and this saves you time from having to drive over and schedule facetime tours :)
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26 January 2025 | 3 replies
Ideally you find something within a 30 minute drive.
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21 January 2025 | 3 replies
@Vincent WeselakIt’s a good idea to get an estimate for your insurance costs upfront since this can vary based on the property type and location, and it’s a key factor in evaluating your cash flow.
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7 February 2025 | 13 replies
I was a ‘talker’ not a ‘do-er’ and it was driving me crazy.
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7 February 2025 | 5 replies
You can use form 3115 to catch up with any depreciation not previously calculated.If you have a condo, it is possible that there is no land allocation.Furthermore, if there were any assessments made by the Condo Association, you want to factor those in as well.
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1 February 2025 | 6 replies
Option 2: Take a larger portion out of Fund 2 about 30k to buy a duplex that's with in driving distance from the hospital.
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29 January 2025 | 5 replies
Focus on driving for dollars during free time, and set up automated mail campaigns to keep leads flowing.