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3 February 2025 | 1 reply
We purchased it with the intention of living in the Ground floor + BSMT apartment and renting the 2nd floor apartment.
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10 January 2025 | 1 reply
The Austin metro was among the hottest destinations in the country for where people were moving last year, according to the latest annual ranking from U-Haul International Inc.Austin ranked No. 5 among the top U.S. growth metros in 2024, and Texas was the No. 2 state for move-ins — bested from the top spot after three consecutive years by South Carolina, according to data released Jan. 2 and Jan. 3.The Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area took the crown for the top growth metro in the recent list, followed by Charlotte, North Carolina (No. 2); Phoenix (No. 3); and, Lakeland, Florida (No. 4).
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2 February 2025 | 9 replies
To remedy that, the carpets should be ripped up and sealant applied to the subfloor, at minimum.There are also tiles in the smaller upstairs bathroom that are lifting up and creating a safety hazard; putting a rug on top is not a sufficient solution.The house is in a condition that materially interferes with the health of household members.
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2 February 2025 | 22 replies
$300-$400k will likely not get you even a 2-family in the best area of New Haven unless it needs a lot of work, but will get you a property in a top flight area of Hartford.
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23 January 2025 | 23 replies
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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22 January 2025 | 4 replies
Here is a link that provides fantastic information on the turnkey investing option from BP.
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23 January 2025 | 9 replies
You aren't in the area to view other homes and see what's happening in the market.
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7 February 2025 | 0 replies
Wondering how the Northwest Preservation Ordinance is shaking up Chicago's real estate scene?
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6 February 2025 | 9 replies
Is the property rentable?
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6 February 2025 | 12 replies
The amount of capital required depends on the city's appreciation rate.