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27 January 2025 | 27 replies
In 2022 the rents increased 12.1% year over year which was the 3rd highest in the entire country per https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2023/02/14/cleveland-rent-prices.
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28 January 2025 | 22 replies
Aim for 720+ for best rates, I suggest start building relationships with your local lenders.
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15 January 2025 | 24 replies
You will need someone more local who is incentivized to be available to do showings and handle issues.
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24 January 2025 | 0 replies
., but there’s some good news for renters: local rents have dropped to a 3-year low, with decreases of up to $200.
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28 January 2025 | 7 replies
Happy to serve as a resource if you have any questions about the local market.
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17 January 2025 | 8 replies
I really want to do local meetups and interact with more advanced investors but don’t know where to start.
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29 January 2025 | 0 replies
Investors who are active in gathering data on local trends while working with knowledgeable agents are able to pick neighbourhoods poised for growth and also comprehend how to best mitigate their risks as they prepare to maximize their return.Myth 3: Distressed Properties Are in Bad LocationsAnother misconception is that distressed properties only exist in bad neighborhoods.
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8 February 2025 | 6 replies
If you're considering mobile homes, the first step is checking zoning laws and utility access since some areas have restrictions.For resources, Mobile Home University is a well-known starting point, and local mobile home dealers can offer insights on placement and financing.If mobile homes are allowed, you could either rent them yourself for higher returns but more management or rent out the lots for steady cash flow with less work.
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31 January 2025 | 17 replies
Heck my local credit union pays 3.5% on its basic account.
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5 February 2025 | 6 replies
Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.