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Tyler D. Which of the big 4 cities in Texas is the best to invest?
22 July 2020 | 54 replies
If I wanted to gamble on appreciation with little to no cashflow, I might buy in one of the places you listed. 
Kate Finnegan New Investor Nashville TN - Where to Buy?
15 February 2015 | 9 replies
I've found some on Craigslist that were pretty good but that can be a gamble.  
Anna Watkins Atlanta neighborhood classification question
9 November 2017 | 106 replies
I think at this time it's all sort of a controlled gamble.
David C. Spontaneous Leaks in Copper Pipes
29 November 2013 | 25 replies
We all go through life taking varying levels of risk, This is one I'm willing to gamble on, hiring a competent handyman.
John Jack R. Dishwasher or More Cabinet Space?
11 March 2017 | 64 replies
People in Vegas will be too busy gambling and doing other stuff to wash dishes by hand.  
Ben Leybovich Am I the Only One NOT Watching the Game?
12 February 2016 | 61 replies
I find playing the game of real estate to be so much more fulfilling than any video games, gambling, and watching sports.
Jared M Pilarski looking to buy first rental property out of state!
20 May 2023 | 44 replies
It could appreciate but I consider that gambling.
Bryce Renicker Negative Cash Flow on Low Money Down
12 November 2021 | 60 replies
Also, and I don't mean to single you out Arlan because I'm speaking in general terms, but I'm pretty astonished at how everyone used to label investing for appreciation as gambling.
John Smith What postcard are pulling the best?
10 November 2019 | 10 replies
And you gamble sending them mailers.
Serena Tillman Am I too eager? Or is it worth the risk?
15 June 2020 | 16 replies
There may come a time when you will need property management or an unexpected cost comes up and you will not have the buffer to cover it.I would agree with Daniel, and advice you especially for the first deal to not gamble on appreciation but to buy a deal that pays for itself over the long run.