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31 December 2024 | 22 replies
Tomas, are you self managing your Cahokia Height, IL property or are you working witha property manager?
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6 February 2025 | 16 replies
I haven't gotten serious yet and don't have a local agent, but I have been window shopping and may reach out.Hi @James Bing, yes I manage my own properties by leveraging technology & local relationships to automate the self managing process.
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6 February 2025 | 18 replies
I have to admit the idea of OOS investing is a little intimidating for my first property, but your encouragement might be just what I needed to get over that self-limiting belief.
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5 February 2025 | 56 replies
A good PM can assist with initial analysis and either help you buy or knows someone who can help you buy.
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29 January 2025 | 12 replies
In my case, I have residential rentals in one LLC, commercial properties in another, self storage in a third, and my real estate company operates in a fourth.
7 February 2025 | 5 replies
The property is in the Jade District if anyone has particular insight on the area.4) I have some contacts for real estate agents, but I feel like they're better suited to assisting buying and selling SFR.
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31 January 2025 | 10 replies
I’m also looking into self-settled spendthrift trusts to add an extra layer of protection, especially as my portfolio grows.
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14 January 2025 | 0 replies
Self How did you add value to the deal?
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6 February 2025 | 12 replies
Let me know if I can be of further assistance.
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15 January 2025 | 10 replies
If you need assistance, I’m here to help.Best regards, Stevan