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1 February 2025 | 56 replies
I've been at this since 1988 and have seen them go wonderfully well and horribly wrong.
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12 January 2025 | 28 replies
You're learning about the eviction process, tenant screening (never "word of mouth" again), the power of a lease WHEN not IF a neutral third party needs to be involved, tenant/landlord laws, and managing tenants who don't care about your business the way you do.
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21 January 2025 | 2 replies
Just be sure to research your target markets carefully to maximize returns.
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29 January 2025 | 10 replies
Adding mass to the walls works wonders—attach Mass Loaded Vinyl (MLV) to the shared wall, then cover it with a layer of 5/8” drywall using Green Glue soundproofing compound for extra noise-blocking power.
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28 January 2025 | 7 replies
With careful planning and consistent effort, you can create a portfolio that aligns with your long-term goals.Good luck!
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30 January 2025 | 4 replies
There's too many investors who are front page news in Northern states re CFDs gone bad and Texas where lease options went bad and the state enacted buyer protections...Take care to all.
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20 January 2025 | 19 replies
I'm not going to continue arguing with you about this on this thread because quite frankly nobody here cares if we are being honest.
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20 January 2025 | 57 replies
Personally, I like Pace and think he is a smart guy who cares about helping people, but the empire has overtaken the vision.
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7 February 2025 | 9 replies
I just feel more taken advantage and blindsight by what we missed so I’m wondering if there’s any retribution and what can be done to help us out.
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25 January 2025 | 10 replies
@Austin Green also wondering if you did the STR in Franklin and how it's doing?