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14 January 2025 | 5 replies
Start by exploring books, YouTube channels, market research, and analyzing trends in neighborhoods.
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21 January 2025 | 2 replies
Networking will be key here.
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8 February 2025 | 8 replies
When we moved, we turned it into a rental, hoping this would be the start of our real estate journey—something we’d like to continue once my husband retires.Some key details:My husband is active duty and will retire in 3 years.We have one final move coming up this summer to Raleigh, NC.Our current debts are crippling us—the high interest makes it tough to stay afloat every month.The plan I proposed to my husband:Sell the rental property.Use the proceeds to pay off all our debts, set aside emergency funds and a down payment for our next home.Free up $1,500/month from debt payments, and that also can stash in a high-yield savings account.Regain full VA loan entitlement, allowing us to purchase a multifamily home and use the house hacking strategy for up coming move.Avoid capital gains tax, since April marks five years of ownership, and the tenant’s lease ends in May.This wasn’t our original plan, and we hate the idea of using our equity to pay off debt.
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21 January 2025 | 2 replies
Your team is key to your flipping success.
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25 January 2025 | 12 replies
Location is key (just like all of RE :-)I've done 2 STRs and did quite well, but I did everything myself...and had great locations for each.
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1 February 2025 | 4 replies
The SEC enforces strict guidelines on raising capital, and violating them can lead to hefty fines, investor lawsuits, and even criminal charges.Let’s break down some key takeaways from SEC Rule 506(b) of Regulation D and why you MUST have a Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) and Subscription Agreement in place.1.
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24 January 2025 | 3 replies
This speaks volumes about the challenges Buyers are facing when it comes to saving enough cash to purchase a home.It’s a reminder that understanding what Buyers need most is key to creating deals that work for everyone.
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24 January 2025 | 18 replies
And what is your price point and are you looking for turn-key properties or something along the lines of a "fixer upper"?
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21 January 2025 | 20 replies
Leverage is key and will create generational wealth in less than 10 years.
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15 January 2025 | 24 replies
As important as due diligence, analysis, knowledge of the property type, track record of the syndicator, correctly predicting economic trends, and timing is, the number 1 way to avoid a devastating loss is NEVER INVEST MORE THAN 10% OF YOUR INVESTABLE ASSETS IN ANY ONE DEAL.