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17 December 2024 | 1 reply
Ensure your agreement with that person has teeth so if they sign off on something that isn't right they can be held liable for it.
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26 December 2024 | 21 replies
By staying true to honesty and integrity, we can ensure that private money lending remains a powerful and reliable resource for real estate investors.
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19 December 2024 | 7 replies
Ensure you work with a team that is familiar with them (accountants / lawyers).A 1031 exchange is a way for real estate investors to defer paying taxes on the sale of investment property.
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19 December 2024 | 5 replies
While the numbers they provide might make sense under specific conditions, it’s always a good idea to apply a more conservative approach to ensure you’re prepared for the unexpected.For vacancy, the tenancy averages they’ve shared (3.8 years for C class and 6+ years for B- class) aren’t out of the realm of possibility, but I’d treat them with caution.
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18 December 2024 | 6 replies
Consulting with an experienced eviction attorney in Seattle is essential to confirm their status and to ensure you’re following the correct legal process for removing them, if necessary.Disclaimer: I am not an attorney or an eviction specialist, so this is not legal advice.
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19 December 2024 | 4 replies
I spent my entire summer doing maintenance and ensuring comfortability.
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21 December 2024 | 12 replies
I'm a very analytical person who won't start a new venture without first gaining a solid understanding, establishing the right framework and connections, and ensuring that I'm securing a great deal.
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18 December 2024 | 4 replies
I conducted title searches to confirm there are no liens and double-checked with the county to ensure there are no outstanding debts.
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17 December 2024 | 14 replies
Use project management software to track progress and ensure all team members are aligned.
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18 December 2024 | 4 replies
Also, consider the impact on your liquidity—ensure you won’t need that cash elsewhere during the project.Off-Market Deals: These can offer better margins.