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14 February 2025 | 6 replies
So, the question is not whether to invest remotely, but where to invest.Investment TeamRegarding properties in distant cities: While books, podcasts, seminars, and websites offer general knowledge, you'll ultimately purchase a specific property in a specific location—each with its own unique conditions.
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11 February 2025 | 1 reply
If comps are scarce, you might also consider the replacement cost approach, looking at what it would take to rebuild and adjusting based on market conditions.
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8 February 2025 | 6 replies
However, Allstate is capping their landlord insurance at $750,000, which creates a coverage gap I need to address.I’m looking for options to add at least an additional $750,000 in coverage and am wondering if anyone has experience with Difference in Conditions (DIC) coverage or Excess and Surplus policies.
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13 February 2025 | 8 replies
Hey Drew, get yourself an engineer to provide you with a report on the current conditions and the repairs needed.
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10 February 2025 | 12 replies
I strongly advise anyone purchasing an old house to flip to ensure they have a clear understanding of the condition of the home's drainage system.
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10 February 2025 | 1 reply
Analysts are watching whether claims rise above 240,000, which could signal softening labor conditions.
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2 February 2025 | 0 replies
Purchase price: $240,000 Cash invested: $60,000 I purchased this duplex in distressed condition using owner financing for $240K and secured a $60K hard money loan for renovations.
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10 February 2025 | 1 reply
Hello, everyone,Phoenix has been the premium market for fix & flip investors, but is it that profitable in today's times since the change of market conditions?
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16 February 2025 | 17 replies
In both cases after they moved out I had to spend a lot to bring the property back to its previous condition.
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17 February 2025 | 2 replies
Zillow’s estimates rely on automated algorithms that often fail to account for property condition, specific neighborhood trends, and real-time market shifts.