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21 January 2025 | 59 replies
My bookkeeping firm provides me with a steady active income, which allows me to keep doing deals, cover unexpected expenses, and navigate the occasional black swan event.
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20 December 2024 | 5 replies
It’s true that while the 10% down payment for a second home sounds appealing, the fact that rate adjustments are now similar makes the distinction less about cost and more about strategy.A few years ago, I helped a couple in San Diego navigate this exact decision.
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16 December 2024 | 4 replies
If you do the "do it yourself" route, you'll have to navigate your own paperwork.
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16 December 2024 | 5 replies
If you need a strong negotiator to help you navigate this, feel free to reach out I’d be happy to assist!
19 December 2024 | 5 replies
A buddy of mine here in San Diego once helped a first-time investor navigate an 8-unit purchase in Eugene, and over coffee in Old Town, he told me how the local property manager there saved them from a zoning hiccup that could’ve turned ugly.
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19 December 2024 | 8 replies
It took 3 years, but, I finally navigated the permitting process and now have all the permits I need to build 6 small cabins on a river in the mountains.
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17 December 2024 | 17 replies
Connect with investors, navigate Troy, and manage stress.Good luck!
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6 January 2025 | 77 replies
A lot of us are still here, but to be honest, it's pretty tough to navigate through the spam so things get lost in the shuffle.
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17 December 2024 | 16 replies
These steps can reveal potential issues upfront.You’re spot on about reserves; they’re critical for navigating situations like this.
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14 December 2024 | 4 replies
How do I navigate this situation and any recommendations for hiring professional for furnishing and for taking photos.