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24 July 2018 | 0 replies
There is no reason I have to wait for my diploma to begin my career as a real estate investor.So that you understand my intentions with RE, here are some personal reasons for my particular passion in this business:- It is an art form in my eyes- I had multiple stretches of homelessness in my childhood- I want to build relationships that will benefit future endeavors- I want to create multiple streams of income and bring diversity to my portfolio- Gain capital for other business investmentsThis post is written in effort to find a coaches/mentors/partners in this business.
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6 January 2017 | 7 replies
Usually a diverse crowd of investors (newbies to seasoned investors) and they meet every month.
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13 September 2021 | 6 replies
I like that there's a diverse employment base here between the hospital and plenty of light manufacturing inside a 30 minute commute- NSK Steering Systems, Kaman Composite Structures, Energizer Battery, Mack Moldings.
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29 January 2024 | 151 replies
Have lived in and out of Burlington since going to UVM and graduating in 2008.I work as a therapist for a home health company and looking to real estate to diversity my investments portfolio and generate cash flow in order to give me and my family options in the future in regards to how we want to spend our time.
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3 September 2023 | 40 replies
The diversity and difference among residence is a strength and something we value greatly.
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26 September 2023 | 113 replies
I think owning rental properties and syndications are a great way to diversity.
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8 January 2024 | 16 replies
I like the diversity of eventually being in a REIT, but I can't go back and do anymore 1031 exchanges if I am unhappy with the UPREIT I choose.
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28 April 2020 | 27 replies
Look for markets that have growing populations, growing jobs, modern, diverse economies etc.
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9 September 2020 | 13 replies
I utilize different types of properties-commercial and residential, office, SFHs, multi family, industrial, and have properties in multiple states for diversity.
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5 October 2023 | 44 replies
This is due to the region's diverse attractions, such as hiking, water sports, and the allure of escaping the summer heat.