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21 October 2024 | 8 replies
. $1.5MThis property is located just a block and a half from the beach in Carlsbad, making it a prime spot.
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19 October 2024 | 30 replies
Even in the “gentrified” neighborhoods of Federal Hill, Fells Point, Canton, Harbor East, desirability can be very block by block so you have to be careful that you understand these neighborhoods (and blocks within) somewhat intimately.
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21 October 2024 | 2 replies
Then a wise man who was already successful doing what I wanted to be doing shared some common sense that I took to heart: settle on ONE strategy to get started and block out all the other noise, the BS, and the well intentioned but misinformed friends and relatives telling you that you can’t do this.
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19 October 2024 | 7 replies
Depending on the construction of the building (block or stick, etc), you will want to test the connection strength.
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22 October 2024 | 12 replies
Make sure to research local rates for cohosting and management services to stay competitive.If you're doing this as a side gig or part-time job, it’s essential to time block, create systems, set expectations with property owners, and establish boundaries to ensure a smooth experience for everyone involved.We opted not to pursue rental arbitrage for two key reasons: dealing with landlords and the significant upfront costs to set up and run a profitable STR without the benefit of property ownership.
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21 October 2024 | 9 replies
Know your numbers, strategy, and block out the noise.
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23 October 2024 | 8 replies
DT or MOrt is what your borrower signs and that MUST be notarized the Note does NOT need to be notarized .. 7. upon recorded you get your lenders policy showing what position loan you made AND on the mortgage or deed of trust there is a Block that is filled in that tells the county recorder to mail this document back to you once recorded..
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19 October 2024 | 25 replies
If you own a 7 Eleven- Do you want an 812 on the opposing corner, and a 913 right next door to you, and a 1014 down the block all within walking distance of each other?
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22 October 2024 | 18 replies
Quote from @Jay Hinrichs: We live two blocks from McDonalds, my son worked at McDonalds, he had a car, the weather was nice, but he would still order from DoorDash.