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13 November 2023 | 35 replies
Why would I choose a market I have a connection to though when those markets may be negative cash flow compared to markets that are thriving?
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7 February 2021 | 41 replies
Saving 2% in processing and 3% elsewhere is what is required to survive and/or thrive, while competitors are shutting down or being bought out.Other trends in 2021:- Paying existing tenants to conduct showings before vacating, thus not needing to pay real estate brokers - No office, be completely remote, save $$$$$ by not having an office space- Virtual team: pay $5 per hour to an expert European consultant instead of $20 to an entry level American.- Your property photos = marketing content, professional photoshoot / videos / 3D walk-throughs = major change in demand generation
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15 March 2023 | 8 replies
Port St Joe near Apalachicola is another community that is thriving.
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1 May 2023 | 21 replies
One state you might want to consider is Ohio, which boasts thriving cities like Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland.
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12 May 2023 | 54 replies
This can help ensure that there is a high demand for rental properties in the area.One state you might want to consider is Ohio, which boasts thriving cities like Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland.
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8 May 2023 | 1 reply
Finally, Kansas City offers a high quality of life, with a low cost of living, a thriving arts and culture scene, and plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities.
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19 May 2023 | 16 replies
Because it boasts an affordable market on the east coast, featuring a thriving economy and housing sector.
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19 May 2023 | 29 replies
The city is thriving and attracting numerous major companies, resulting in the creation of thousands of job opportunities in the coming months and years.
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22 May 2023 | 30 replies
One state you might want to consider is Ohio, which boasts thriving cities like Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland.
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26 May 2023 | 19 replies
One state you might want to consider is Ohio, which boasts thriving cities like Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland.