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12 February 2025 | 13 replies
I started my Career in Lake County Ca. and half that county burned down over the last 10 years.. probably 2k homes got destroyed so not as epic as say the fires in Napa and Sonoma.
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23 January 2025 | 11 replies
Jackson County TDR is working hard to position our area as a year-round destination, and it is catching on, but I wouldn't count on significant, year-round cash flow from a vacation rental here.
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6 February 2025 | 10 replies
If not, they may consider building the ADU and down-sizing into it and renting out the main house.
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7 February 2025 | 10 replies
Purchase price: $1,500,000 Cash invested: $35,000 4-Unit building in Wicker Park, Chicago. 3-unit front building with a duplex up and a back brick coach house.
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31 January 2025 | 10 replies
I’m drawn to real estate not just for financial freedom but to build a legacy for my family while contributing positively to communities.
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3 February 2025 | 0 replies
This, in turn, allows for higher rental rates or quicker sales, directly impacting the ROI.I could remember when an investor purchased an old, three-story commercial building at a bustling downtown area.
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16 January 2025 | 4 replies
Are you trying to build up to some monthly cashflow # (i.e. $10k month net) or an equity # (i.e. $10 million equity), etc.
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10 February 2025 | 6 replies
Here in the USA you have to be licensed to build a structure that will house someone else.
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6 February 2025 | 8 replies
.- Build Relationships with Vendors: Getting quotes from local contractors or vendors for common maintenance or repair tasks can give you a clearer picture of recurring costs.
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10 February 2025 | 6 replies
The reality is, while house hacking can be a fantastic way to build wealth, it’s not always as simple as it seems.