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20 November 2018 | 12 replies
As long as we're not in for another 2009 (fingers firmly crossed) her long-term values on a fix-and-hold should still be good.
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31 August 2019 | 12 replies
I assume you can make better return doing your own properties, but it seems like if you can put the same money to work for 8-12% returns without lifting a finger, that would be a better investment anyway.
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28 September 2019 | 29 replies
Do you think I lift a finger getting these super motivated sellers?
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10 July 2019 | 2 replies
Fingers crossed for you...
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18 August 2019 | 18 replies
Cross your fingers and maybe the seller will have some $$ to make you go away.
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5 July 2013 | 5 replies
Thanks David, I really appreciate the advise. we'll see what happens after the holiday. fingers crossed. thanks everyone.
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18 July 2007 | 3 replies
Keep your fingers crossed.Rick BenthalNorth Georgia
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14 December 2007 | 13 replies
Keep your fingers in your ears and good luck with the move and your future investing.Good Luck,Jason
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21 January 2009 | 17 replies
You really have to use you best judgement on the furnace and hot water tanks and cross your fingers when it comes time to turn the water and gas on.