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24 January 2025 | 6 replies
@Stephen PattonStarting in real estate can feel overwhelming, but breaking it down step by step is key.
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25 January 2025 | 10 replies
It's not quite as profitable as doing AirBNB yourself, but at least it's a stable income.
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24 January 2025 | 4 replies
It's exciting to see your focus on building a real estate portfolio for financial freedom!
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15 January 2025 | 11 replies
Do you think this might be your area?
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28 January 2025 | 16 replies
I guarantee your life would be so much better if you removed her and replaced her with a good renter.Do yourself a favor: buy "Every Landlord's Legal Guide" by NOLO.
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22 January 2025 | 9 replies
Make sure you do your research as well.
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8 February 2025 | 29 replies
Along with some serious conversations with yourself.
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29 January 2025 | 20 replies
You only do that if you are rich enough to afford it.
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31 January 2025 | 5 replies
I realize it's just an example and my comment is a generalization but just something to be aware of.With regards to the original question, I think it comes down more to what you want to do and what the offer is for walking away vs. rebuilding.That is the exact example a public insurance adjuster used when speaking to a local investor group a few years ago.
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28 January 2025 | 15 replies
How has it been going so far?