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12 January 2025 | 6 replies
Steps to PrepareGet Market Data: Research comparable sales to determine the property’s value.
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25 January 2025 | 15 replies
What I have researched several months through online forum in Japan is telling me the same thing.
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22 January 2025 | 4 replies
.✅ Do your research to learn what is realistic.Spend time really considering what type of business is going to be the best fit for you based on your experience and how you want to spend your time once you are the owner.
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21 January 2025 | 8 replies
From what I've researched, it's the less than ideal situation to be in because of the reasons you've stated.
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24 January 2025 | 10 replies
My research said it was possible to use my RE Agent commission towards the down payment but he said we cannot and I just let it go.
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12 January 2025 | 12 replies
Many banks handling tax escrow accounts for mortgages have mistakenly thought there was one tax due twice/year or totally missed one of the taxes.Investors should research the SEV and the Non-Homestead property tax millage rates to project what the property taxes will be after adjustment.
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13 January 2025 | 9 replies
Start by researching different types of properties, such as residential, commercial, or rental investments, to determine which aligns best with your goals.Building a strong network is also crucial.
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15 January 2025 | 24 replies
Have done some preliminary research and will do a deep dive, just wanted to see what folks thought of there were any obvious reasons why or why not or any markets similar that I should be considering.
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13 January 2025 | 3 replies
I’m unable to invest in areas familiar to me as I’m priced out of suburban NJ where I was born and raised.I’m looking to spend $150-$180K on a condo and will need to research viable areas.
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16 January 2025 | 3 replies
Familiarize yourself with the areas where investors are active, and research property values and rents.