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3 February 2025 | 32 replies
It seems I could scale my portfolio faster with an appreciation focus.Does anyone have any thoughts or recommendations on this?
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22 January 2025 | 16 replies
In hot markets, some wholesalers and investors use 80-85% of ARV (minus repairs) instead of the typical 70% to stay competitive.A few tips:1.
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14 February 2025 | 42 replies
And if you're not already using the same paint color on all properties, you should start and you can thank me for this tip later.
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2 February 2025 | 14 replies
But I recommend you study it much more extensively before diving in.
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27 January 2025 | 4 replies
I've wanted to know some tips you guys have on wholesaling and starting young and what I should know before I start.Important question: How can I calculate or give an educated guess on a property's repair cost on zillow
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7 February 2025 | 10 replies
It is possible to utilize low down payment loans and live in great neighborhoods in Chicago Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
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12 February 2025 | 2 replies
What would be some recommendations on how to structure this unique kind of deal?
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24 January 2025 | 16 replies
Welcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.
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12 February 2025 | 6 replies
Who did you recommend I am looking for one too
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5 February 2025 | 2 replies
If you have a perfect closing and first 3 months your dreaming Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?