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23 January 2025 | 11 replies
Luke - after a year of searching I found a property that i'm under contract on and feel pretty good about.
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13 January 2025 | 12 replies
Emphasize how this arrangement could work to their benefit, offering steady income, avoiding a traditional sale process, and giving them the freedom to move forward with their plans such as buying that sailboat and sailing around the world.If they ultimately decide they’re not interested in selling, you’re still in a great position to continue your search and buy your own property in the near future.
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7 January 2025 | 0 replies
I searched for homes based on the mortgage I could afford.
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14 January 2025 | 7 replies
Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).
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12 January 2025 | 5 replies
If you're open to expanding your search, Columbus OH also has positive cash flowing deals at an affordable price point - $120k-$180k.
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27 December 2024 | 8 replies
We own and manage two and one is particularly difficult during the shoulder (slow) seasons.
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10 January 2025 | 2 replies
You can run one-off searches for phone numbers and email addresses, and they often have promos for new users.Spokeo for Professionals: While not specifically real estate-focused, it’s a reliable option for finding contact info for individual property owners, especially for one-off searches.Forewarn: This is great for verifying contact details and gives a bit more intel on leads.
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12 January 2025 | 8 replies
We have extended our search to the surrounding counties outside of Pinellas at this point but would appreciate the opportunity to run numbers by you for a second look.
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13 January 2025 | 18 replies
The programs he brags about are no more than searching Zillow and Craig’s list for key words.
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15 January 2025 | 12 replies
Kiavi’s fees feel pretty steep, and the process has been slow, but I also know there’s a chance I could end up in the same situation elsewhere.