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12 February 2025 | 6 replies
They also tend to offer good cash flow relative to their cost, especially in areas with high demand for affordable housing.
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3 February 2025 | 25 replies
Plenty of people from the California area find a good amount of success out this way.
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27 January 2025 | 5 replies
they usually say stick it in the bank.. so you can offer them a nice return above bank CDs and on an asset they already know and like etc..
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11 February 2025 | 6 replies
What terms is he offering (monthly payments, amortization, balloon, etc.?
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12 February 2025 | 3 replies
AI tools like HouseCanary and Mashvisor also offer predictive market analysis, assisting investors with better decision-making.
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10 February 2025 | 4 replies
My CIPS® designation and global network allow me to offer clients insights into international real estate trends as well.
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5 February 2025 | 28 replies
Dallas-Fort Worth offers growth and opportunity, but smaller markets like Sioux Falls or Des Moines provide stability.
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3 February 2025 | 11 replies
Is it worth it for someone like me who hasn't done any deals yet, but is going to be making offers on my 1st investment property in the spring?
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10 February 2025 | 10 replies
Most 4/2 houses in the area are renting for approximately $2200 and offer washer, dryer, and internet (which I think the builder provided for all new houses in that community).
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7 February 2025 | 11 replies
Hard money lenders are often more willing to take on higher-risk projects and offer faster closings, but the trade-off can be higher interest rates and shorter terms.