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8 November 2024 | 21 replies
Our team works with a lot of out of state and out of country investors and most state that Pittsburgh is one of the best markets they invest in due to the more predictable nature of our market (we don't have the bubbles that many of the larger cities do in regards to housing surges and bursts).
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7 November 2024 | 7 replies
To avoid any confusion, this is not the same thing as ( “home sharing”, or an “owner-occupied rental.”)Improvements generally need to be depreciated over 15 years, note I said generally, depending on the nature of the improvement and how long the IRS standard depreciation period is for the cost and size of expenses.Strategies depend on a number of things including, but not limited to: type of property, your material participation, how long you plan to hold it, your goals.
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7 November 2024 | 18 replies
Given my 20+ years of experience in real estate, sourcing and underwriting deals is second nature for me—I’m not looking for mentorship or education.Again, i didnt request to talk to him.. his team set it up.
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6 November 2024 | 29 replies
The man on the phone emails me the quote of $1000 to set the door on its track and oil it!
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2 November 2024 | 8 replies
His fast-response team and 24/7 guest support are crucial to smoothing over any bumps along the way, ensuring everything runs like a well-oiled machine.When we shifted to lessons learned, Ben couldn’t stress enough the power of social media.
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31 October 2024 | 5 replies
Here's what I’m considering for each:Houston: Diverse job market and high rental demand, but property prices are rising.Midland: Potentially lower property prices, but market stability often ties to the oil industry.Oklahoma City: Affordable market with decent rental demand, but I’m curious about long-term growth potential.Pittsburgh: Growing rental demand, especially in areas like Mt.
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4 November 2024 | 12 replies
Most likely the state where the property is located is where lawsuits would be brought if they are something for personal injury like a trip and fall or something of that nature because the “cause of action” arose in that state.
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6 November 2024 | 5 replies
Most likely the state where the property is located is where lawsuits would be brought if they are something for personal injury like a trip and fall or something of that nature because the “cause of action” arose in that state.
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5 November 2024 | 22 replies
What I want are countertops that have a subtle slope built in 3-4" around the sink edge so that water drains naturally.
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3 November 2024 | 11 replies
Not nice to try and fool Mother Nature aka Karma.