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5 February 2025 | 6 replies
Are there team members (RE agents, wholesalers, lenders, PMs, contractors, etc) you'd recommend?
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24 January 2025 | 3 replies
We recommend you get management contracts from several PMCs and compare the services they cover and, more importantly, what they each DO NOT cover.
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11 February 2025 | 1 reply
Define your budget, connect with specialized agents/lenders, and start analyzing deals.Good luck!
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15 January 2025 | 11 replies
I imagine cost of labor might be a little bit cheaper in Idaho compared to Connecticut as we ended up paying 10k for gas furnace and 5k for AC with 10 yr warranty for Lennox product.
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10 February 2025 | 17 replies
Compared to STRs and LTRs?
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7 February 2025 | 10 replies
It is possible to utilize low down payment loans and live in great neighborhoods in Chicago Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
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5 February 2025 | 1 reply
Pay attention to the details and be organized Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
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4 February 2025 | 2 replies
Use a bridge lender that is okay with gift funds or Gap funding, then refinance at 3-6 months once it is fully ‘seasoned’
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22 January 2025 | 6 replies
I would compare it to you or the Seller buying down the rate permanently.
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8 January 2025 | 8 replies
It's worth comparing terms between your current lender and others to see who offers the best deal in terms of rates and fees.Purchasing a Property: Whether you purchase through regular listings, an agent, or an auction depends on your risk tolerance and expertise.