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6 February 2025 | 12 replies
In this post, I will explain the criteria and the information sources.Income requirements for financial independence:Rents increase faster than inflation: Inflation erodes the value of money over time, causing prices for goods and services to rise.
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16 January 2025 | 0 replies
Purchase price: $165,000 Cash invested: $35,000 That's right.
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24 January 2025 | 0 replies
Common sources of such properties include:Foreclosures: Homes that have been repossessed by banks due to non-payment.Distressed Properties: Homes that are in poor condition and need a lot of work.Auctions: Properties sold at auction for below market value.Off-market Deals: Properties that aren't listed on the MLS but are available for sale through direct outreach or networking.The key is to buy a property at a price low enough to ensure that even after renovations, the home will appraise for a higher value.2.
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6 February 2025 | 42 replies
STRs work best in tourist-heavy areas with high demand, while LTRs perform well in markets with stable economies and diverse job opportunities.
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3 February 2025 | 37 replies
Not to mention sky-high drama factor.
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20 January 2025 | 0 replies
Purchase price: $145,000 Cash invested: $60,000 Fully renovated 4-5 bedroom ranch on 3.3 acres.
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1 February 2025 | 16 replies
A lot depends on your entry price and instant equity.
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30 January 2025 | 2 replies
I am leaning toward removal because the floor is run down, the risk of increased pests or feral cats, and there is already a storage closet off the patio.
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5 February 2025 | 16 replies
Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – so, they often select the first PMC they call or that calls them back!
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26 January 2025 | 19 replies
I think the SMS automatons alone for GHL are worth the price of admission.