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1 February 2025 | 3 replies
Here are some trends that could play out, or further develop in 2025.Leasing & Tenant Experience AI-Powered Leasing: Chatbots and AI tools will streamline leasing processes, from answering tenant inquiries to scheduling tours.Virtual Tours & Digital Leasing: These will become even more standard, making it easier for tenants to rent remotely.TechnologySmart Property Management: IoT devices (smart locks, thermostats, etc.) will become more common, improving efficiency and tenant satisfaction.Property Management Software: Platforms will integrate more AI for predictive maintenance, rent collection, and financial reporting.SustainabilityGreen building practices and energy-efficient upgrades will be a major focus, driven by tenant demand and potential incentives.AI & AutomationAI will play a bigger role in tenant screening, rent pricing optimization, and even predicting market trends.Automation will handle repetitive tasks like maintenance requests and lease renewals, freeing up PMs for higher-level activities.I'm sure there are plenty more shifting trends that I haven't mentioned and that are sure to evolve over the next year.
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4 February 2025 | 18 replies
Feel free to dumb this down for me, I want to learn and have had this goal for a long time.
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6 February 2025 | 3 replies
in 3 years you can pay off any mortgage 500,000 or less for $1,500 bucks.. or in 5 years a $477,000 mortgage for $100..I am implementing something new for the real estate industry, primarily to mortgage holders & the rent to own industry, as a shorter-term approach to be mortgage free, without cost being an obstacle ..
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22 January 2025 | 1 reply
Honestly, I never fully understood what they meant—until recently.I’ve been diving into some larger-scale real estate projects, specifically in commercial properties and multifamily development.
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29 January 2025 | 3 replies
Whether you spend time networking, reading books, watching videos or connecting on bigger pockets or if you spend cash hiring a mentor, maybe partnering up with or doing free intern work for a real estate investor; whichever route you decide to go investing in yourself is one of the best investments you can make.
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5 February 2025 | 16 replies
After trying to work with various realtors over the years, I am normally unwilling to commit to one or the other, I will sign representation for each property they show me.Unfortunately I have had, over the years, too many realtors that don't know as much as I would like for an investment in the 6 figures.Recently I asked on a FB group I am part of about a commercial realtor in this area,I interviewed the one that came highly recommend.
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26 January 2025 | 2 replies
Welcome @Pratik Patel, feel free to reach out if you need anything!
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28 January 2025 | 8 replies
Please free to reach out with any questions.
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19 January 2025 | 5 replies
We found an opportunity to purchase a huge SFR with two kitchens located next to a commercial zone which was previously used as a sober living facility.