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30 January 2025 | 19 replies
I've argued for this and the powers-that-be do have a good argument that they are still active just in other ways, how to cover labor and actions during that, etc..
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27 January 2025 | 48 replies
This will increase the return above what can be obtained on a passive investment.The flipside of having the power to control everything is that it can be alot of work (and a full-time job if a person is putting in sweat equity).
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11 January 2025 | 19 replies
Also, the property is currently paying me to own it through cash flow.My main goal in my LTR business is cash flow … I’ll tell you right now that I can, of course, cash flow better in northern Minnesota where the average house costs 100k and I have the power of leveraging cash out refinances which is my biggest issue in CR… my money is stuck in the property.
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5 February 2025 | 29 replies
Where I see my clients do really well for their clients is the HVAC is brand new electrical panel new Roof brand new etc etc.. kind of like those that buy new construction for rentals those folks are paying full retail for those..
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8 January 2025 | 9 replies
It’s fantastic that you’re diving into real estate investing.. especially multifamily properties, which can be a powerful way to build wealth and generate consistent cash flow.
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7 January 2025 | 5 replies
Building a portfolio, starting a property management company, and creating a non-profit focused on affordable housing and financial education—what a powerful way to give back to your community!
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1 January 2025 | 4 replies
If he opts for a townhouse, a low HOA fee will help his buying power It gets tricky using lease agreement income when purchasing a house so I do not think that idea will work.
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19 January 2025 | 41 replies
As a new investor, your story is a powerful reminder of how important it is for me to be meticulous in protecting my investments.
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19 January 2025 | 51 replies
While the RentRedi's loaded with various toggles/buttons and affordable given the all-you-can-eat pricing, the interface is still very elementary and lacking in usability/design, which is often overlooked as a key determinant of whether your team actually adopts and fully leverages powerful management solutions like these.
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7 January 2025 | 22 replies
This is calculated after accounting for all expenses, including taxes, insurance, utilities (water, sewer, garbage, electric, gas), and an allowance for maintenance costs (typically 5% of gross rent, adjustable based on the building's condition), as well as management fees.I invest in the Binghamton, NY area both as an investor and as a realtor.