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7 February 2025 | 0 replies
Staying ahead of the game by understanding how local regulations align with state bills like SB-9, SB-684, and SB-423 can open doors to exciting development projects.SB-9: Simplifying Lot Splits and Duplex BuildsSB-9 streamlines the process for lot splits and duplex construction, offering a straightforward way to increase property value and expand housing options.SB-684: More Flexibility for Smaller ProjectsFor urban lots under 5 acres, SB-684 makes it easier to pursue smaller housing developments, transforming overlooked properties and vacant lots into productive investments.SB-423: Faster Approvals, Fewer HeadachesNo one likes endless waiting.
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5 February 2025 | 2 replies
Great points, ZharaBirmingham has relatively steady and diverse rental demand, and I’ve seen many investors I work with have success with C/B class buy-and-holds.Location is key—areas near UAB, major employers, and popular suburbs tend to have the strongest rental demand, while C/D class markets offer solid affordable housing and Section 8 opportunities.
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11 February 2025 | 16 replies
If your goals are long-term - this market will offer a ton of appreciation and steady renter demand.
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6 February 2025 | 5 replies
It also has tenant and owner portals, which offers convenience for everyone.
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31 January 2025 | 12 replies
Your Own AccountEmployers usually pick the default HSA provider, but you can open one anywhere that offers a brokerage option.
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29 January 2025 | 8 replies
Get a gander at your competition and see what they are offering and take it up a notch.You might check Fiverr or TaskRabbit (not sure for interior designer) and see who is out there.They should be able to help you out remotely and without spending a ton of dough.
12 February 2025 | 2 replies
That said, nearly every brokerage offers some type of training/guidance.
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30 January 2025 | 1 reply
Given the competitive market at the time, every property was receiving multiple offers, and securing a deal required both strategy and speed.
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11 February 2025 | 3 replies
But I do hope to offer some quality feedback for folks who are learning the industry and working towards success.
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10 February 2025 | 3 replies
Coming in and making an offer after nothing for months on. a dying listing is also worth considering.