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19 February 2025 | 6 replies
Neighborhood selection, property management, tenant risk, and rehab surprises can make or break an investor.
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5 February 2025 | 7 replies
I’m eager to connect with experienced investors and would love any advice or mentorship on getting started, from financing and property selection to management strategies.Looking forward to learning from this community and contributing where I can!
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16 February 2025 | 22 replies
My wife and I heavily prioritized location when selecting our STR in New Orleans and it has made a big difference.
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13 February 2025 | 0 replies
They can take time with their search and be more selective about a property’s location and condition.
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13 February 2025 | 4 replies
Plus you can be more selective of the tenants you rent to being an owner occupant!
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12 February 2025 | 1 reply
Any other advice or tips when selecting an ID real estate agent is appreciated.
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17 February 2025 | 9 replies
Like I said we are looking to broaden our selection.
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28 January 2025 | 2 replies
Since they're responsible for the property, they’re selective about who they take on, but I can refer you to them.
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8 February 2025 | 8 replies
@Matthew McleanBigger Pockets is a great place to find an accountant specializing in real estate taxation.A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant specializing in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.Consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for an accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.
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4 February 2025 | 4 replies
However, there are times when actual costs are not available and a methodology must be selected in order to determine the estimate.