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19 November 2024 | 12 replies
Hey @April Birdsong, You can use the Ring or a stand alone camera.I don't use a Ring but I have a stand alone, solar powered camera pointing at the main entrance.
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20 November 2024 | 1 reply
Buyers have significantly more negotiating power.
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11 December 2024 | 101 replies
Most importantly, China and India (and Asia in general) are in the process of taking over as the world's main economic powers and the reality is we can't compete against their cheap labour.
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25 November 2024 | 14 replies
Look into property values, vacancy rates, and the overall rental market in the area.Real estate can be a powerful way to build wealth, but it’s essential to start with the right tools and knowledge.
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20 November 2024 | 9 replies
Receipt Bank (now Dext) is a powerful tool for scanning receipts and invoices, syncing with accounting software like QuickBooks.
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18 November 2024 | 6 replies
Real estate can be a powerful way to achieve both tax benefits and cash flow, and there are many strategies to fit your goals.
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13 November 2024 | 11 replies
I'd been hoping to not "go overboard" since it's just an owner-occupied house hack in a SFH so it sounds like I *could* keep things simple.This isn't so much about the software but I saw you're active in LA; did you find that the templatized leases via KeyCheck/Rocket Lawyer suited your MTRs?
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20 November 2024 | 9 replies
**Long-Term Strategy**: These loans are often seen as a long-term financing solution, allowing investors to hold properties and build equity over time.In summary, DSCR loans can be a powerful tool for real estate investors, but they require careful consideration of the property's income potential and market conditions.
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18 November 2024 | 9 replies
You will find many resources here on the forums and throughout the site as well.Personally, my short list of books to explore:Set For Life by @Scott TrenchRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert KiyosakiABCs of Real Estate Investing by Ken McElroyABCs of Buying Rental Property by Ken McElroyLoopholes of Real Estate by Garrett Sutton, EsqTax-Free Wealth by Tom Wheelwright, CPAThe Power of Zero by David McKnightREIT Investing for Beginners by Lawrence SmithWhat Would the Rockefellers Do?
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28 November 2024 | 184 replies
Whoever gave this person “women of the year award” should be sued for doing zero due diligence on this person I agree, please report that organization which is POWER magazine