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25 January 2025 | 5 replies
You can add different ways to reach out to improve your conversion for owners you are hitting or you can increase the amount you are sending.
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30 January 2025 | 13 replies
They aren't going to magically improve and start abiding by the lease terms but I think there is definitely a possibility that the situation gets worse.I think that's a good point.
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16 January 2025 | 1 reply
But it's YOUR money, and Real Estate, to put it mildly, is a contact sport).Month 5: Deals & Network (15-18 hours/week)Submit first offersAttend 2-3 REI events monthlyBuild social media presenceKey Goal: First offer acceptedMonth 6: Scale & Automate (15-20 hours/week)Delegate initial tasksEstablish morning/evening routinesCreate follow-up systemsKey Goal: Sustainable weekly schedule🚫 Common Pitfalls to Avoid:Overcommitting earlyNeglecting W2 responsibilitiesSkipping system creationTaking on too many mentor calls✅ Success Markers:Consistent daily actionsGrowing networkClear systemsNo work conflictsSteady deal flowMaintained energy levels👉 Action Steps This Week:Audit your current scheduleBlock 2 hours dailyChoose your power hour (morning/evening)Set 30-day milestoneGeneral Comment: obviously not everyone will follow these suggestions.
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31 January 2025 | 9 replies
New and improved and looking to make it the best ever this year.
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19 January 2025 | 21 replies
Contrary to most business lending, the REI industry has a lot of "non-bank" lenders that provide attractive loans that can lower your cost of capital and improve your profit/cash flow.
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23 January 2025 | 7 replies
For cost efficiency, consider using a flat-fee attorney.
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20 January 2025 | 5 replies
Repairs made while the property is your primary residence are not deductible, but improvements can increase your cost basis, reducing future capital gains tax when you sell.
12 January 2025 | 10 replies
Focus most of your energy on the actual house, the spread, the team and the execution.
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7 February 2025 | 9 replies
And sometimes, we are not materially improving what you could have done yourself.
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3 January 2025 | 1 reply
We invested $55,000 in key renovations, focusing on modernizing the interiors, improving curb appeal, and ensuring the property met market expectations.