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13 December 2024 | 3 replies
Hey,If "building class designation" is the same as zoning, then this seems like it can definitely be appraised as a two family, with both the legal and actual designation as a two family.Depending where in NYC, that may not help your valuation, as primary residences sometimes sell for more than investment properties, so check that out before challenging the appraisal and definitely before paying for another one.Double check all this with your lender/broker as well.Best of luck!
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10 December 2024 | 5 replies
Here in Michigan you need to be licensed as a real estate agent or broker to be legal.
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10 December 2024 | 100 replies
I am a Broker in BOTH Residential AND Commercial, I have been a managing Broker and am still in those action too today.
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13 December 2024 | 5 replies
Im open to conventional financing or seller financing.To find properties, you can network with local agents and brokers, join local real estate investment groups, use online platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin, send direct mail campaigns, drive for dollars, network with property managers, and explore seller financing.Good luck!
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2 December 2024 | 2 replies
I personally wouldnt work with a discount broker on the list side as there is a decent amount of money that goes into presenting a good listing.
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10 December 2024 | 4 replies
Also title to figure out if the land can even be used for a particular purpose.But to answer your question regarding value, a decent metric is the current tax assessed value of the parcel:https://sdat.dat.maryland.gov/RealProperty/Pages/default.asp...Or you could pay for a broker price opinion..
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16 December 2024 | 1 reply
Be sure to work with an agent or broker who understands your local market, and consult with a professional who understands all applicable tenants-rights laws related to your transaction.
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16 December 2024 | 7 replies
First, almost all properties are either placed with a broker for sale or directly listed on the major property sale websites.
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13 December 2024 | 7 replies
Also talk with an insurance broker and be upfront with them and ask for quotes on a couple on the market deals that would be similar to what you want.
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14 December 2024 | 11 replies
If you check the NYS Dept of Licensing website, no one is listed by the name Eric Lee as an Agent or Broker with the firm Sowae Corp https://appext20.dos.ny.gov/nydos/searchByName.do.