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16 January 2025 | 0 replies
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20 January 2025 | 2 replies
Most of the PM work is done on the first 3 months of the management, then we can recoup our expenses. 2. this Is legally required.
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14 January 2025 | 5 replies
For long-term planning, consider transferring the property into a trust to manage tax and legal complexities.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.
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28 January 2025 | 56 replies
I would NEVER Ever use OBIE INSURANCE --Not honest in their dealings and do not expect refunds on cancellations I am of the opinion that they are legal scammers Just be careful
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22 January 2025 | 10 replies
A legal duplex will have everything separate.
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7 February 2025 | 10 replies
Raising money is all about marketing and sales (not real estate specific) so either hire marketing agency and read sales books, or hop on some LinkedIn courses on marketing and sales.Not sure the legal structure to use: talk to accountants and attorneys.Need deal flow: talk to brokers and go to a lot of networking events.Lending terms: start calling banks and loan brokers.From there, it is all risk mitigation.
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14 January 2025 | 6 replies
Additionally, regarding the legal structure, an LLC seems to be the most suitable option for our situation.
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31 January 2025 | 5 replies
If there are any legal issues that I have to worry about etc.
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28 January 2025 | 13 replies
Double check your lease, all the legalities and still check with the landlord....
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3 January 2025 | 1 reply
The homeowner insurance market right now is a dumpster fire with carriers refusing to write business and creating incredibly tight underwriting guidelines.