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13 January 2025 | 30 replies
Most of the ones I bought had existing tenants and almost all were paying below market rents and way below market rents.
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24 January 2025 | 8 replies
Was able to get a meeting with the seller and negotiated using evolving knowledge of construction and deal analysis in addition to discovering seller motivation through direct contact.
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30 January 2025 | 24 replies
I haven't heard of the ability to add additional $250k primaries, but I'll have to dig in to try to learn more about that!
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26 January 2025 | 48 replies
Additionally, the STR market is quite oversaturated right now as well
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23 January 2025 | 7 replies
Use a quitclaim or warranty deed to transfer the title, and be prepared to pay Chicago’s transfer tax, calculated at $7.50 per $1,000 of the property’s fair market value.
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3 February 2025 | 8 replies
Given that you're not married, that adds some additional complexity.
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8 February 2025 | 10 replies
Also demand proof of insurance from tenant as yo insurance and add you as additional insured.
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4 February 2025 | 14 replies
I would have contacted the locksmith tech to get additional details before assuming it was tenant damage.
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5 February 2025 | 6 replies
I know this is a very old thread but if anyone comes across it I wanted to add some additional thoughts that might be helpful.
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25 January 2025 | 2 replies
Through loopholes there are many home owners that are illegal immigrants, if they get deported , what will happen to their homes?