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30 January 2025 | 5 replies
@Sonya Sharova I haven't personally done Frank Rolfes boot camp but I have heard it's great.
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28 January 2025 | 4 replies
Personally, I'd go with the As-Is scenario.
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22 January 2025 | 3 replies
Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.
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6 February 2025 | 7 replies
I don't have any brand preferences personally (I use Fantasy Spas at most of my units but I'm sure there are alot of reputable options), but just make sure wherever you place it is built to handle that type of weight.
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25 January 2025 | 12 replies
I personally do not have experience managing rentals.
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20 January 2025 | 9 replies
Just my personal opinion - get a mentor or a person who already has good experience running STR business, preferably in your area (but not 100% required).
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24 January 2025 | 1 reply
Personally, If I could pull out a HELOC, I would use it to fix and flip which will typically make sense as you shouldnt be keeping the money out for that long and you can recycle it or pay it back and build off the capital that you got from. the flip.
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27 January 2025 | 15 replies
Be prepared to follow up multiple times, using different forms of communication—calls, emails, and if possible, in-person visits to their office.
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22 January 2025 | 2 replies
Account holders can't take any write-offs personally for investments made in the 401k.
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10 February 2025 | 25 replies
.: I'd be tempted into doing an STR (maybe with a higher down payment to ensure cashflow, just run ROI numbers) or an apartment complex - I personally wouldn't mess w/ small stuff.