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5 November 2024 | 4 replies
Platforms like CINC (Commissions Inc) and BoomTown are popular among realtors for managing lead generation and tracking and often support custom single-property pages too.
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7 November 2024 | 13 replies
Continue to repeat #1 recommendation every 12 months until you are tired of moving.The ugly truth is that you need some money to start investing in real estate and I strongly recommend you do it with your own money before you start lending money from family and friends.All the best and keep up posted on your progress.
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6 November 2024 | 21 replies
Congrats on growing your portfolio so quickly—that’s amazing progress in just a couple of years!
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7 November 2024 | 12 replies
Let me know of your progress if you would, and we'll both keep an eye out for further responses to this thread.
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5 November 2024 | 1 reply
The state’s popularity among snowbirds (temporary winter residents) helps support demand in the colder months, allowing for a more stable real estate cycle than in states with harsher winters.Phoenix, for instance, has one of the fastest-growing housing markets in the country, with consistent demand for both primary and secondary residences.
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4 November 2024 | 1 reply
Still in progress Lessons learned?
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4 November 2024 | 4 replies
This is particularly beneficial in popular tourist areas where demand for short-term lodging is high.Flexibility: Owners can choose when to rent their property, allowing them to use it personally during off-peak times.Support for Local Tourism: STRs provide a unique lodging option for tourists, helping to boost the local economy by attracting visitors who may prefer a home-like stay over traditional hotels.Diversification for Investors: STRs provide real estate investors with an additional income stream, especially if they own properties in tourist-heavy areas.Cons:Strict Regulations and Higher Fees: San Antonio recently updated its STR regulations.
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4 November 2024 | 7 replies
Looking forward to seeing your progress in Birmingham and beyond.
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12 November 2024 | 171 replies
Appreciated reading every response on this post.Keep us updated on your progress Diane!
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2 November 2024 | 8 replies
But they are not very popular and usually for larger properties.