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17 October 2024 | 14 replies
I don't operate in California but in the markets I currently operate in on the east coast we're coming off of slow season.
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17 October 2024 | 16 replies
I now make it a habit to set clear expectations with lenders upfront and ask about their average response timeLack of transparency and slow responses can definitely be deal breakers, especially when you’ve already got everything planned out.
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14 October 2024 | 5 replies
Slow down
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11 October 2024 | 2 replies
I’m allowed to withdraw 10% per year up to the ten years.
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10 October 2024 | 5 replies
A traditional IRA pays taxes when you withdraw month at your normal income tax rate which is generally higher than the normal capital gains rate.
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14 October 2024 | 10 replies
Take it slow and steady
18 October 2024 | 34 replies
You’re building equit every month, even if it feels slow right now.Also, if you ever want to chat about specific strategies or even just vent about the stress of it all, I’ve been there, and I’d be happy to share more of what I’ve learned along the way.Hang in there;you’re doing beter than you think!
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10 October 2024 | 11 replies
Your equity is not a savings account from which you can withdraw for free.
12 October 2024 | 6 replies
For example September is always slow right after summer ends.
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12 October 2024 | 7 replies
Will the insatiable demand for this slow down ?