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26 January 2025 | 1 reply
Challenges?
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2 February 2025 | 2 replies
I’m based in Portland, Oregon, where residential investing seems challenging due to landlord-unfriendly policies and negative cash flow on higher-quality properties.
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13 January 2025 | 31 replies
It does not take that many hours to look at a property, sign a contract or even manage tenants.If you are bored in your 9-5 it's time to move on to a job where you learn and get challenged so you can grow.
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28 January 2025 | 3 replies
@Shaun OrtizEvaluating distressed properties remotely can be a little challenging but it's doable with the right tools.
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7 February 2025 | 15 replies
It can be time-consuming and challenging if you try to do everything on your own, so partnering with a trusted team can make all the difference.
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20 January 2025 | 4 replies
Even better, I might be able to snag it well under market value since it's an estate sale that's been sitting on the market for nearly 200 days.Here’s the challenge: while I could afford to purchase the property under market value, I’d be stretching my budget thin to cover the mortgage during the period I’d be remodeling the basement to make it rentable.
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24 January 2025 | 13 replies
The challenge for a PMC is having the time to answer all your HUNDREDS of questions and handholding you as you learn, while still making money.
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10 January 2025 | 0 replies
Sellers continue to drive the Valdosta market even during this higher rate environment.
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3 February 2025 | 3 replies
This type of property would be very challenging for an EXPERIENCED investor to take down.
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24 January 2025 | 0 replies
Over-budgeting is critical to ensure that renovations don’t eat into your profits.Market Fluctuations: If property values in your area do not appreciate as expected, or if you face a market downturn, the amount you can refinance for may be lower than anticipated.Financing Challenges: Securing financing for the initial purchase and rehab, as well as refinancing after the property is rehabbed, may be challenging, particularly if the property is located in an area with fluctuating values or if the rehab work doesn’t immediately improve the property’s appraised value.Tenant Risk: Rent collection and tenant management can be unpredictable.