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10 February 2025 | 16 replies
Both sides also need to factor in opportunity cost.
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6 February 2025 | 2 replies
In the future, I’ll factor in contractor costs more.
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13 February 2025 | 6 replies
I will use a lower-cost QBO alternative, like Xero.
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18 January 2025 | 11 replies
These types of properties require experienced management to navigate the challenges effectively.
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12 February 2025 | 14 replies
It’s a great way to get started in real estate and will offset your living costs when you do move out on your own.
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12 February 2025 | 29 replies
Add 2 points and a processing fee for the broker an underwriting fee for the lender and various and sundry closing costs and you're golden.
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6 February 2025 | 9 replies
You are correct in your assumption that it will impact how low they can go on the down payment, though, b/c commissions will need to be paid out of closing costs.
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4 February 2025 | 24 replies
Obviously need to check zoning and set up costs etc.
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13 February 2025 | 9 replies
.- You’re still responsible for a $500 gap each month.Add in maintenance, unexpected expenses, and vacancies, and your costs can climb even higher.
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8 February 2025 | 2 replies
Plus the cost of subdividing , and all that goes with it are for deep pockets .