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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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10 February 2025 | 10 replies
i think this is a decision only you can make. im in a similar boat (house hacking my primary) and considering renting the whole thing out to get a solo home for myself. certainly a lot of appeal in that, given how much work goes into the house hack. but whether or not the numbers on cash flow align is up to you. personally i dont think $150 (seems like about 12%?)
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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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10 February 2025 | 6 replies
This is one of the best ways to scale a portfolio while keeping low out-of-pocket costs.Big Picture: The Best Move for You•If you need funds now, a HELOC in your name makes sense—but keep the rental in your personal name to avoid triggering the due-on-sale clause.
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10 February 2025 | 9 replies
I highly suggest as many in-person networking events as possible!
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3 February 2025 | 3 replies
Required good credit, adequate reserves, full doc commercial loan with a personal guarantee.
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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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23 January 2025 | 23 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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26 January 2025 | 33 replies
This person (not Blake capital) was trying to bully me (wrong move).
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28 January 2025 | 12 replies
Tell me - someone selling their home to your son, Subject-To - is this a person who has made good life choices?