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12 January 2025 | 1 reply
Principal balance currently at 314kProperty Details: It's essentially a "2-in-1" property, with the main unit rented out for $1,900/month and an attached ADU bringing in an additional $1,200/month.
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22 January 2025 | 8 replies
I am also a huge fan of real estate and for the past 50 years there's been a way to combine both.By leveraging a Self-Directed IRA, real estate investors enjoy both the traditional advantages of property ownership and the additional tax benefits of retirement accounts, creating a powerful wealth-building strategy.
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13 January 2025 | 4 replies
Just be sure to clarify that she isn’t a leaseholder but is authorized to reside in the unit.If you’re concerned about liability or want more peace of mind, you could ask the primary applicant for additional security, such as a higher deposit, depending on what’s allowed under Colorado law.
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25 January 2025 | 14 replies
Use extended closing periods or additional earnest to buy more time for your old property to sell if you need.The last option is what's called a reverse exchange.
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5 February 2025 | 9 replies
Additionally, I'm banking on a future opportunity to refinance.After less than a year, here are a few tips from what I’ve learned:*Hire a local STR expert real estate agent to guide your investment location.
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25 January 2025 | 12 replies
Close to a cool little town, close to an area attraction, etc....Also do a search here and see how to screen guests, in addition to what the hosting sites do.... like no last minute bookings, no short stays....
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20 January 2025 | 7 replies
Give her 30 days notice now, keep her security deposit, and send her a additional bill for damages to the unit in lieu of taking her to court for the damages.
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23 January 2025 | 16 replies
Yes, I still did my own due diligence but PPR saved me hours of additional research.Perhaps the biggest reason I ended up working with PPR is because of the BiggerPockets community validation.
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9 January 2025 | 116 replies
You could say it took a long time to get an additional 11 units given I closed 20 units in just 10 months of getting started with my investing.
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15 January 2025 | 3 replies
Incorporating a washer-dryer hookup in the main house could be advantageous.This addition not only increases the convenience for potential renters but also adds value to the property itself.