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22 January 2025 | 8 replies
Explore the possibility of doing liability insurance instead, if you don't have much equity it may be your best, and much cheaper option.
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15 January 2025 | 2 replies
Big welcome.. do you have a specific neighborhood in mind, or are you still exploring?
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15 January 2025 | 7 replies
We have couple turnkeys, and couple of BRRRs that we did so far (all are single family residential properties with long-term tenants).We are interested in exploring commercial real estate, and wanted to get all of your help in getting started.
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10 February 2025 | 11 replies
Scale down, explore passive investments, seek financial advice, prioritize well-being, liquidate assets if debt burdens are too great, and reenter the market cautiously, leveraging past experiences.Good luck!
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20 January 2025 | 7 replies
Hey Matt,With $50K in a self-directed IRA, there are several strategies you could explore to generate both short- and long-term returns, depending on your risk tolerance and investment goals.
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30 January 2025 | 10 replies
To improve your approval chances, use rental income from your first property, consider co-signers, and explore lenders that use Income-Based Repayment (IBR) for student loans.
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30 January 2025 | 19 replies
When scouting for properties, explore areas on the west side as well as some parts of the east for potential opportunities.
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7 February 2025 | 16 replies
@Paige Gardner it depends on the person. hml are my last resource, it's a option for sure. 75% too high for me. that's the game for them, that's how they make its money. don't take it off the table but definitely explore ur options.
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16 January 2025 | 10 replies
Alternatively, I could explore hard money lenders.
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21 January 2025 | 15 replies
Here are a few avenues folks often explore in times like this:You are already on this path - Owner Financing: It's great that the seller is willing to finance a portion of the deal.