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29 January 2025 | 0 replies
I financed the acquisition of the land with personal and private money.
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30 January 2025 | 34 replies
Personally, I think this company is probaby about to go out of business - they have lots of inventory, and it's not exactly prudent to be investing in FL in the coastal areas now anyway.
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28 January 2025 | 3 replies
I personally would not invest in detroit as historically its not a appreciating market and for cash flow and I invest primarily for appreciation - I go off the location location location mantra.
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29 January 2025 | 5 replies
Personally, I advocate for a long-term investment strategy and would recommend investing the funds, provided you are comfortable with the expected return on investment over time.
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29 January 2025 | 8 replies
Even if you personally have just a modicum of design aesthetic sensibility, after reviewing 20 or 30 properties, you will quickly be able to get a sense of the winners.My 2 cents,Mike
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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.