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12 February 2025 | 13 replies
Quote from @Benjamin Larabee: Hi all,My wife and I have worked over the last 7 years to build a rental portfolio and are getting to the point where the bookkeeping/data entry tasks are becoming too time consuming.
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12 February 2025 | 0 replies
I built a house and it’s going to be difficult to sell as I have no equity in it because of Cost to build.
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11 February 2025 | 16 replies
I want to find something local (Los Angeles area), move in, do small renovations to possibly build up more equity, do a 1031 exchange, and find something better.
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10 February 2025 | 3 replies
Build up your cash as you build your knowledge and network5.
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29 January 2025 | 6 replies
It builds wealth and most importantly cuts your expenses and gives you a front row seat at being a landlord.Was the best thing my wife and I ever did.
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30 January 2025 | 56 replies
I also have no problem doing some sweat work to build equity in the beginning as well.
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1 February 2025 | 1 reply
Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.
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7 February 2025 | 12 replies
If you surround yourself with the right people—those who are actually in the trenches doing deals—you’ll pick up the skills, capital, and opportunities naturally.Looking forward to connecting more and building with you, Robert.
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4 February 2025 | 0 replies
.✅ Reduces Stress & Burnout – Investing should be about building wealth AND freedom.
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9 February 2025 | 4 replies
As long as the ADU is under 900 sq. ft. and meets the state building code, there will be no variance or special permit needed, so no ZBA or neighborhood meetings.