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28 January 2025 | 22 replies
I am ready for all things real estate but starting out I am doing one thing.
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24 January 2025 | 6 replies
Quote from @Anthony French: I’m relatively new to real estate development, having completed only one fix-and-flip project.
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29 January 2025 | 2 replies
can check out local apps like eventbrite or meetups
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9 February 2025 | 8 replies
Building on existing land helps eliminate the issue of land scarcity, which is a significant challenge due to California’s high real estate prices.
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31 January 2025 | 19 replies
I am local to the other 3.
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18 January 2025 | 5 replies
No real estate needed.
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10 January 2025 | 4 replies
There are also some locally I think through the AAR, I would reach out to them but if not I am happy to help!
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30 January 2025 | 56 replies
It’s crucial to have local market knowledge or work with someone who does.
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17 January 2025 | 8 replies
You don’t need to be someone that owns $100M worth of real estate unless that’s really your goal.
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6 February 2025 | 16 replies
I haven't gotten serious yet and don't have a local agent, but I have been window shopping and may reach out.Hi @James Bing, yes I manage my own properties by leveraging technology & local relationships to automate the self managing process.