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Shachar Avraham Out-of-state owner preventing break ins
31 January 2022 | 2 replies
A combination of fake cameras and a security system sign in the yard is an effective and cheap way to keep squatters out.
Julian Munoz Beginner looking for advice
31 January 2022 | 4 replies
Another good option may be to try and find a house hack that you can live in and have your tenants and or roommates pay your mortgage so that you can effectively live for free. 
Stetson Turner Tool Calculator Disappointment
1 February 2022 | 6 replies
But, in this particular situation, the free stuff is outputting more information effectively than what I've paid for... that I have a problem with.
LaMancha Sims Building Vs Rehabbing
31 January 2022 | 0 replies
Cost-effectivenessIn constructing any project, cost-effectiveness is one of the most influential factors.
Angel Gonzalez How to get started without financial records But have Capital?
19 February 2022 | 6 replies
Would it effect the types of loans?   
Matt R. Is a fee for smoking enforceable?
2 February 2022 | 4 replies
In order mitigate [1] the irritation and known adverse health effects of secondhand smoke; [2] the increased maintenance, cleaning, and redecorating costs from smoking; [3] the increased risk of fire from smoking; and [4] the higher costs of fire insurance for a building which allows smoking.B) Definitions. [1] “Smoking” means inhaling, exhaling, burning, or carrying any lighted or heated cigar, cigarette, or pipe, or any other lighted or heated tobacco or plant product intended for inhalation, including hookahs and marijuana, whether natural or synthetic, in any manner or in any form.
Stephanie Gledhill Looking for something to meet 1% rule in Arizona or TN
12 August 2022 | 22 replies
Some of the challenges:1) Pairing clients with properties that with an affordable plan yield the results the clients need2) Get the property into contract in this aggressive sellers' market with strong STR property buyer competition3) Deep due diligence to minimize property risk during inspection period + create best COE plan to yield the highest possible cash flow + start scheduling post-COE reno work4) After COE, get the hot potato moving- help in any way necessary to make sure my clients get this work done quickly and without complications so they can get their property on the rental market ASAP and start generating cash flow.5) Occasional STR audits as requested (always an option) by clients, to further boost their cash flow, and effectively their home value- based on income approach.
Joseph Burger Just Starting Out… With $140,000 Capital. Strategic Advice?
3 February 2022 | 5 replies
Then divert the income from the rentals to pay down the HELOC, and then focus on paying down the principal on the various investment properties’ debts, ideally creating a snowballing effect where multiple properties help pay each other off.Do people just “bite the bullet” and accept slower business timelines when they only have enough capital to purchase a single property at a time?
Kares Waters-Polk Should I take a sales job to market myself?
1 February 2022 | 9 replies
I think a more effective way of advertising would be to just put it out into the universe (social media, go to meet ups, telling your friends, etc.)
Gary Mazzarella Land Trusts/Rental Units
1 February 2022 | 1 reply
The exceptions may be in certain inheritance situations, especially where a “bypass” trust is used effectively resulting in 2 future generations enjoying the benefits of income while paying inheritance taxes only once.