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27 January 2025 | 8 replies
I would recommend calling the city building dept, they are easy to get in touch with and a lot more helpful than other municipalities in the area.
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27 January 2025 | 12 replies
However, if single-family homes prove financially viable, I’m happy to continue building in that niche.Since these homes and projects are significantly cheaper than my market, the risk is relatively lower for me and can do at least two at a time.The ChallengeOne of the biggest hurdles is finding reliable contractors and subcontractors in the area.
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27 January 2025 | 10 replies
Please feel free to reach out to me and my team if you would like to come up with a game plan and build your buy box.
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20 January 2025 | 33 replies
Yes they are buying old homes to tear down to build there now.
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5 February 2025 | 16 replies
After that you want to build the relationship.
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3 February 2025 | 4 replies
I purchased my first rental property a month ago and I’ve learned more about real estate and home building in that one month than the rest of my life combined.
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21 January 2025 | 13 replies
Originally from Africa, I’ve embraced new opportunities to build a better future, and real estate is at the core of my financial freedom plan.
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5 February 2025 | 15 replies
Do people other than tenants in the building have access to the area?
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25 January 2025 | 6 replies
With thoughtful planning, you’ll be well on your way to building wealth and achieving your goals.Good luck!
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30 January 2025 | 8 replies
Anything that involves a load bearing wall will generally need an architect IME, but it can also be required (maybe indirectly) through the jurisdiction's building code/enforcement.Got it, thank you for lending your expertise!