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31 January 2025 | 4 replies
Are you local here?
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3 February 2025 | 1 reply
I love the flexibility they offer for traveling professionals, military families, or folks in between moves.My main questions:Have you noticed increased demand for midterm rentals in this area, particularly from military personnel at nearby bases or healthcare workers at local hospitals?
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23 January 2025 | 2 replies
Please let me know if you need more info to create a clearer picture.Thank you.That is actually a good question to get advice from a local estate attorney on.
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6 February 2025 | 12 replies
I’ll also connect with locals through BiggerPockets or Facebook groups for first-hand insights.If visiting isn’t an option, lean on a reliable local team (agents, property managers) to help vet the area.
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31 January 2025 | 11 replies
In suburban Chicago, historical significance or celebrity ties might create a niche appeal, but they won’t necessarily drive up the home’s market value in the same way as location, condition, and local comps.For a short-term rental, though, it could be a great marketing angle—especially if the person is well-known and has a strong local connection.
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6 February 2025 | 7 replies
Hi Jared, I’m a local agent here in Indianapolis and also an investor myself.
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2 February 2025 | 4 replies
I’d appreciate any feedback from those who can offer advice, but I’m also curious about what specific type of attorney or local resource I should reach out to for guidance.I’ve seen references to the Garn-St.
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23 January 2025 | 3 replies
There are many local real estate investor groups or associations.
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6 February 2025 | 3 replies
Being close enough to hospitals and also the University is a good strategy, but would be happy to give you some more info on the local areas here.
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24 January 2025 | 4 replies
Real estate is so localized that most federal based policy changes don't have massive influence.I can see him (semi-)privatizing Freddie/Fannie.