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7 February 2025 | 14 replies
As a loose rule of thumb, I have heard a primary residence requires the owner lives there the majority of the time each year (i.e. more than6 months), but a lender should be able to confirm the specific criteria.
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20 January 2025 | 0 replies
Conveniently located near major routes, this property blends modern amenities with rural charm close to Etna Pond.
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11 February 2025 | 11 replies
In a lot of places, evictions are quick enough it shouldn't be an issue but I do tend to live by the motto "never underestimate how much damage a pissed off tenant can cause in just a few hours."
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30 December 2024 | 10 replies
I spend extra for the the supply house versions and rarely have issues during warranty period.
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31 January 2025 | 2 replies
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25 January 2025 | 25 replies
use STR reports it's more representative of major hotel markets and hotel inventory. find hte right brand. we just did a 150 page report on one development site.
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22 January 2025 | 9 replies
I'm curious what the demand is for midterm rentals...outside of major metropolitan areas.
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3 February 2025 | 6 replies
My biggest issue with it was a partner of the RAL academy came in on Day 3 and spent 45 minutes showing pictures of a deal he did in colorado.
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25 January 2025 | 3 replies
Anything else tends to be major challenge with SFR.
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21 January 2025 | 10 replies
I spend majority of my time in central and North Jersey.