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9 February 2025 | 5 replies
Considering the change as the STR numbers just aren't working, especially with the associated expenses and turnover frequency.
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6 February 2025 | 0 replies
In moderate- or low-resource areas, developers also need to hold a public meeting within 45 days to gather feedback.
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22 January 2025 | 39 replies
Case in point, years ago we used Olympic paints from Lowes, which were carried for a long time.
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23 January 2025 | 7 replies
I don't think enough people consider this aspect.Selling Stock: Selling part of your portfolio could work, but the 15% capital gains tax might make this an expensive choice unless the stock has underperformed or you’re diversifying away from riskier investments.HELOC: Using a HELOC on an existing property is a flexible and relatively low-cost option.
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3 February 2025 | 0 replies
**As investors, you are closest to the consumer (home buyers/renters), so you tend to absorb costs and reduced profits from unexpected spikes in expenses that wholesalers or contractors pass on to you!
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30 January 2025 | 45 replies
That ship of low rates that sailed could come back?
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6 February 2025 | 10 replies
The cashflow should cove ALL of the expenses for the primary (mortgage, taxes, insurance, utilities, etc) AND put money in their pocket.
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12 February 2025 | 3 replies
Cash Flow - money coming in is greater than your expenses.
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11 February 2025 | 2 replies
You need sufficient NET (after all expenses) self-employment income from something like contract (1099) work, being a Realtor, wholesaling and so on.
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2 January 2025 | 4 replies
I would search for a property that has a low interest rate Fha or VA loan.