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Jim Stanley Worth it to use insurance for a repair.
23 January 2025 | 9 replies
And yes, there is a risk that your rates would go up or they can drop you - but unfortunately, many insurers in that are may already be planning to exit the market or raise rates on everyone to make up for loses.One thing to note about a claim like this, insurance will usually pay for repairs to the damage caused by the problem, but not fixing the actual pipe that broke.
Aj Green Lowest Rate Ohio Mortgage Currently (Investment)
21 January 2025 | 11 replies
My credit should be the highest allowable also and I shouldn't have problems with approval.Ok, i shopped about 80 lenders (based on Fridays rates, market is closed so no live pricing)Conventional Full Doc loan you would be at 7.875% if you put 20% down (you said what the house was worth, but not your purchase price). 
Maranda Tucker Top Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC : Cashflow vs Appreciation
22 January 2025 | 0 replies
Investors should keep an eye on its growing infrastructure and amenities.Huntersville: A family-friendly suburb with excellent schools and amenities, Huntersville is a solid choice for long-term appreciation.Davidson: A charming college town, Davidson offers steady appreciation and attracts higher-income tenants.Belmont: This small town near Charlotte offers more appreciation potential than cash flow, driven by its desirability and quaint atmosphere.Neighborhoods Offering Both Cash Flow & AppreciationConcord: A tricky yet rewarding market, Concord can provide both cash flow and appreciation.
Bryan Hartlen Anyone have good experiences with their property management company?
18 January 2025 | 11 replies
It’s probably not that you’re “small potatoes” to your PM, but more a reflection of the nature of the market itself—low rents, properties with higher maintenance needs, and tenant issues.These factors make properties in these neighborhoods more difficult to manage and generally less profitable for property managers.
Don Konipol What Does it Take to Achieve the Dream of Full Time Real Estate Investor?
20 January 2025 | 1 reply
While this is a great and highly motivating goal, most people are either clueless or incorrect in their belief as to what is required to obtain this “lifestyle”.Understanding of the “how to” get there is further obscured by the misleading, and often patently false “pathways” sold by real estate educational MARKETING companies as workshops, upsold to association memberships, upsold to mentorships.
Marembo Alexandre New member introduction
21 January 2025 | 13 replies
Congrats on investing in Ohio, it's a great market to be in, you can still find the 1% rule and tons of amazing appreciation here!
Isaac Hanai Exploring Section 8 Multi-Family Investments in St. Louis, MO – Advice Needed
23 January 2025 | 8 replies
Louis market:•How strong is the demand for Section 8 housing in the area?
Adam Newman 10% down or 20% down???
23 January 2025 | 10 replies
Sure, mortgage insurance eats into your cash flow a little bit if you're putting less than 20% down but in the scheme of things it's really not that much.Also, you won't have 20% equity in your property in a year assuming you put 10% down unless you are forcing appreciation or you somehow get some high market appreciation.
Abhishek Wahi Question About Location: Plymouth Michigan
23 January 2025 | 4 replies
Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)
Mark Forest Matt Scott
20 January 2025 | 9 replies
He is the foremost authority on Private money marketing.