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22 November 2024 | 7 replies
All the military service members I have worked with have really enjoyed not paying real estate taxes here in IL!
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2 December 2024 | 33 replies
With cash, you’ll enjoy higher CoC returns, no mortgage payments, and no risk of foreclosure.
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18 November 2024 | 5 replies
Outside of real estate, I enjoy traveling, hiking and camping.Excited to learn and connect with you all!
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20 November 2024 | 37 replies
Since I enjoy the management and improvements and tools and growing a business, I chose to acquire my own properties.As for whether syndication is the "best way" ... it's totally whether the syndicator is good or not.
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19 November 2024 | 6 replies
But my 4 renters are in there 30's-50's and work 50+ hours / week building naval ships and submarines and they enjoy being close enough to walk to the shipyard and coming home to a brand new house with all the modern upgrades.
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19 November 2024 | 2 replies
My passion for real estate has been a lifelong journey, and I’m thrilled to channel that enthusiasm into helping others find their perfect home.When I’m not busy with real estate, you can find me skydive diving, hitting the gym, capturing moments through photography, or enjoying long walks and runs with my dog, Chip.
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17 November 2024 | 10 replies
If anyone is interested, please feel free to reach out so that we can connect.Outside of real estate, I enjoy golf, cars, working outExcited to learn and connect with you all!
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19 November 2024 | 1 reply
If you have any questions or want to talk options feel free to reach out I always enjoy helping Bigger Pockets members save time and money.