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14 December 2024 | 42 replies
That depends on what I am starting with capital wise, family wise, and intentions.If I'm a regular joe believing the ******** BP and other areas state of FI in 5 years with REI I take a chill pill and start buying in an area that's showing promise(already changing) in a city that's growing(industry, population wise) that's free from natural disaster risk(as best as I could).
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30 November 2024 | 2 replies
Also, the ability to export reports for partners or lenders would be a plus.Essential Data/Analytics: Reliable rent estimates, cap rates, cash-on-cash return, operating expenses (especially maintenance and CapEx), and local market trends like population growth or job market health are key for decision-making
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28 November 2024 | 26 replies
@Chris Grenzig The chart on Wikipedia is interesting, its showing the population gains/losses from 2020 to 2023.
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11 December 2024 | 101 replies
I also understand that the Mexicans are trying to welcome us as well as they can while providing a decent livelihood to their population.
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1 December 2024 | 25 replies
Beyond just solid rent-to-price ratios, there’s a lot going on: the city’s undergoing revitalization, the population is growing again, and there's real potential for appreciation if you’re buying in the right spots.
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19 December 2024 | 82 replies
Research areas with job growth, population increases, and infrastructure investments.
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28 November 2024 | 8 replies
@Christopher MorrisTo assess a market, consider population growth, job market, economic growth, rent-to-price ratio, cost of living, school districts, and growth benchmarks.
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1 December 2024 | 13 replies
Specifically, there's job growth (Intel, Honda, Amazon, Nationwide, etc) and the population is growing (unlike Cleveland or Cincy).
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30 December 2024 | 819 replies
Indy's phenomenal population growth has stalled.
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1 December 2024 | 9 replies
It depends on the market, but more densely populated areas like New York City will have more sales in a closer radius than a suburban market.Starting with 6 months back and 1 mile out is a good start.