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28 January 2025 | 13 replies
Despite if it works and or what anyone says... arbitrage will always have a special place in my heart since it was what got me started in this RE game.
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28 January 2025 | 14 replies
Quote from @Jacob Sherman: Quote from @Kiran Asknani: Hi All I am new to STR game and am planning to start with investing in Boston area or nearby suburbs as I have spent last 10 years in Boston.
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31 January 2025 | 2 replies
Currently, I have a weekly check in with my current contractor, but alot of time it is a chasing game.
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30 January 2025 | 0 replies
.🔹 Example in Action:Rental income: $9,000PITI: $9,500 → DSCR <1 (not qualifying)Using $63,000 in assets → Adds $1,045 in incomeNew DSCR >1 → Higher LTV (80% instead of 75%)🔹 Why This Matters:✅ Helps investors qualify for better financing✅ Increases borrowing power and flexibility✅ Allows you to scale your portfolio fasterUnderstanding financing tools like this can be a game-changer for investors looking to maximize opportunities.
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1 February 2025 | 0 replies
I’m brainstorming ideas on how I can market myself to potential mentors in the STR game in order to gain experience.
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28 January 2025 | 1 reply
I am new to the game with 1 property leased to section 8 under my belt and was about to buy another.
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28 January 2025 | 5 replies
On the surface, it’s a game-changer.
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31 January 2025 | 0 replies
The game plan would be to keep this structure for 1-2 years with future full sale.
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5 February 2025 | 2 replies
It’s definitely a street-by-street game in many areas
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5 February 2025 | 8 replies
When I look at the property and the information what I am noticing is the "game plan" is as follows:1.