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26 November 2024 | 15 replies
Your scattered approach is going nowhere fast (analysis paralysis) and is highly likely to result in someone taking advantage of you:(Recommend:1) Figuring out what investment approach suits your skills & risk tolerance2) Determining where in the US to apply your chosen approach3) Learning everything you can about that market4) Networking & building contacts & team in the market5) Doing a "test" investment in that market to make sure your expectations are met6) Investing more if your expectations are met.-- If not, go back to step #1 as you many have chosen the wrong approach!
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26 November 2024 | 2 replies
By investing in properties that stand the test of time, you set the stage for financial success that can be passed down to future generations.Now, listen up, my aspiring real estate moguls!
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25 November 2024 | 5 replies
This doesn't pass the sniff test.
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23 November 2024 | 9 replies
Once you have a shortlist, sign up for an account with each one and test them extensively to see how they function.
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25 November 2024 | 12 replies
Run owner reports.After testing a few apps, one of them should stand out for you.
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23 November 2024 | 4 replies
Once you have a shortlist, sign up for an account with each one and test them extensively to see how they function.
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21 November 2024 | 2 replies
First, you take the hours required by your state and then the in-class test and then the real state test.
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22 November 2024 | 10 replies
Rates are high, you are new, and inventory is slim.
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29 November 2024 | 27 replies
However, there is a nice marketing aspect to "only pay for what you use" because if there are heavy utility users in a building, it essentially gets subsidized by all residents over time.I'm lining up some meters for testing and will report back on any findings.
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21 November 2024 | 10 replies
Self Sufficiency test is the important item for 3-4 unit FHA homes.