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Trey Bagby How old is too old for a rental property?
16 December 2022 | 20 replies
., etc.Other than age-specific issues like LBP and asbestos, the things I'd look for on an old house would be much the same as what I'd look for on a newer house--these things would include: signs of water diversion failures (such as rot, peeling paint, masonry damage), settling issues, the type and age of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical, the condition of the sewer main (scope it), the type and age of windows & doors, a meth test, a radon test, etc. etc.I have properties from the 1910s, 40s, 50s, 60s, and 2000s, and frankly--the older properties are often my favorites, and some of them are the best-performing properties in my portfolio.Just being an old house doesn't--in and of itself--make a property "good" or "bad"...plus, old houses sometimes have charm and aesthetic appeal that no new house can touch.
Account Closed Thoughts on Cold-Calling
13 January 2022 | 24 replies
I just started giving a ridiculously high "asking" price (about 3x high FMV), a bit of song and dance about how much I love the properties and my tenants (true, BTW), and they quit calling  - worked like a charm
Chris M. negotiation / waiting for the right offer
30 April 2018 | 9 replies
Works like a charm for me.My stock answer in situations like this is to say 'I'd be happy to consider any written offer.
Shiloh Guin HELLO MEMPHIS!!! and everyone else of course!
15 November 2017 | 10 replies
We love Real Estate!  
Account Closed Staying motivated in an industry of constant hurdles
25 July 2018 | 11 replies
I love real estate but it can be very stressful at times. 
Tyler Watkins NEW Member From Columbus Ohio
3 July 2018 | 7 replies
I love real estate and have a good understanding of the Columbus market which as of last month was the 4th hottest market in the U.S.
N/A N/A Howdy Everybody!
4 July 2006 | 4 replies
We have tried the works over at the SBS to make it a cmmunity for hatters and hat lovers and then also a general community in sections where friends could just meet up.
Brandon Johnson Professional Investors Guild PIG - Destin
1 July 2018 | 7 replies
I love real estate and I love connecting with interesting folks who I may be able to do business with.  
Joy Obie Beware of Investing with Moe Mathews
20 October 2022 | 14 replies
Mathews is an excellent speaker, charming, ex-Marine, who uses his past Military experience to build trust and confidence.
Steven Bishop El Paso Named Best Place to Flip Houses by Wallethub.com
27 June 2018 | 5 replies
I love real estate investing.Steven