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10 January 2025 | 9 replies
Do you have the experience to avoid these?
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9 January 2025 | 4 replies
When managing multiple applications, it’s crucial to ensure your process is both fair and compliant with local, state, and federal housing laws, including the Fair Housing Act.A best practice to avoid any perception of bias or confusion is to process and work on one application at a time.
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6 January 2025 | 9 replies
As mentioned elsewhere, as much as you're able to do so now, handle all estate matters so you can avoid probate.
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10 January 2025 | 6 replies
I assume your wish to use a HELOC is to avoid paying interest when you are not actively rehabbing a BRRRR.
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7 January 2025 | 8 replies
To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!
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15 January 2025 | 12 replies
STRs also avoid automatic classification as passive if rented for seven days or fewer per tenant.To maximize tax benefits, maintain detailed logs of all hours worked on activities like tenant communication, cleaning, maintenance, and marketing.
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3 January 2025 | 7 replies
I am a Field Engineer with a Construction Company in Orlando Florida and a grad student in Civil Engineering at University of Central Florida. 100% looking to network and create genuine relationships.
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12 January 2025 | 12 replies
Connecting with other local investors can help you learn the ropes faster and avoid common pitfalls.If you have any specific questions—whether it’s about neighborhoods, property types, or what to expect—I’d be happy to help.
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10 January 2025 | 2 replies
With an LLC, you may be able to deduct business expenses more effectively and avoid double taxation.
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6 January 2025 | 7 replies
If you are using RE investing to try to avoid going to school, your intentions are not in the correct place.