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21 November 2024 | 9 replies
As a real estate agent working in the investment space, I’m always looking to fine-tune my approach and discover new ways to find potential deals, whether it's off-market properties, distressed assets, or any other lead sources.Some questions I’m thinking about:What CRM tools have you found the most helpful?
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21 November 2024 | 5 replies
When I had a secondary structure demolished a few years ago, I did discover the lot was zoned that I could rebuild another multi-family building on the lot if I wanted to.
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9 December 2024 | 166 replies
@Jerry Shen, I'm interested to hear what you discover.
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20 November 2024 | 6 replies
Enjoy discovering the city!
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22 November 2024 | 9 replies
I haven't been expanding my business with LMHA since the end of 2016 per my posts above so I don't know exactly what changed, but I expect the outsourcing of inspections to private industry + some executive level leadership + replacement of staff with new faces excited to serve the needs of HUD/Landlords/Those In Need has resulted in an agency I will develop more business with.The HCVP will always be a double edged sword for landlords (See Section 8 Bible discussion) but for now I have discovered it is finally worth the effort to participate in the program.I specialize in Toledo's transition neighborhoods, discounted houses on the edge of nicer areas but also on the edge of trash...the Section 8 program allows me to get long-term tenants who are a good business model provided they are consistently managed and visited/inspected for additional "visitors" (relatives and random dogs/cats) and damage/housekeeping which can destroy a home if left unchecked.You need to know the rules, repair and renovate for long-term durability, prepare for inspections thoroughly and keep a team of contractors who will hold those standards...after 8 years we have been through a hundred inspections.
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20 November 2024 | 2 replies
It’s a neighborhood that’s gaining momentum as more investors discover it.Key ROI Factors:Low entry prices compared to other urban neighborhoods.High appreciation rates as demand spills over from nearby areas like Berry Hill and Wedgewood-Houston.Pro Tip: Look for 1950s ranch-style homes with potential for open-concept layouts.4.
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15 November 2024 | 6 replies
Every system you try will have flaws, or you may salivate over a feature that appears in other software.Some familiar names are mentioned frequently: Stessa, Apartments.com, RentRedi, TenantCloud, Innago, RentManager, Avail, Rentec Direct, Doorloop, etc.I recommend conducting thorough research on each app online to understand their offerings, pricing, etc.
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14 November 2024 | 25 replies
I just started getting into this space and I've been trying to discover the best way to find sellers who are motivated.
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20 November 2024 | 15 replies
I wish I discover BP when I first started investing then I wouldn’t have made some of my mistakes.Honestly though, going through the transaction itself will teach you a lot.
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18 November 2024 | 7 replies
When they finally move out, you'll discover a ton of unreported maintenance and possibly damage caused by failure to maintain.Landlords should encourage tenants to report maintenance issues.