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22 January 2025 | 14 replies
While they might not be the cheapest - no HM lender is "cheap" - they do a good job at what they do.
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29 January 2025 | 9 replies
Someone who has a Great job that does not allow them to move, would never be tempted to move.
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15 January 2025 | 14 replies
Quote from @Matt McNabb: I'm a solid $400k/yr job in NYC and have $250k to begin investing as my first step into building a portfolio, although I don't have time to be a landlord so I have to account for management fees.
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16 January 2025 | 1 reply
🔄 The Side-Hustle Timeline: How to Build Your RE Business While Working 9-5Ever feel like your W2 job is holding back your real estate dreams?
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28 January 2025 | 8 replies
If you haven’t already, I’d scope out the municipalities around town.. from what I read in The Economist, the Phoenix metropo area continues to rank high for job growth, which usually bodes well for new builds.
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22 January 2025 | 3 replies
Without too much detail I had to quit my W2 job 2 years ago to care for my disabled son and my wife is still working.
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14 January 2025 | 3 replies
Lastly, always keep your job and build your employment foundation because that keeps you income relevant and lendable.Hey thanks for your reply!
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21 January 2025 | 10 replies
While they did a good job, I felt the price was steep, especially since the house wasn’t in terrible shape.I’m debating whether the cleaning charge is reasonable to deduct fully or if I should waive part of it as a goodwill gesture.
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29 January 2025 | 10 replies
I am finishing my last semester before moving to Chicago for a full-time job in September.