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3 December 2024 | 26 replies
Alternatives include Stessa (free) and Buildium (more robust, pricier).For testing, a phased approach is generally best.
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7 December 2024 | 11 replies
The data is undeniable that there’s so much existing and future need for more capacity.
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7 December 2024 | 14 replies
Tools like Zillow, Redfin, or even MLS data (if you have access) can help.Good Luck!
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4 December 2024 | 3 replies
@Bijan SabbaghiYou don’t that’s the challenge - we pull data from several places as a note holder and for example and currently we see less than 20% actually going to foreclosure as most are ending in bankruptcy right now due to borrowers equityThe ones that are under water are typically going back to the bank.Best bet is to find properties where deceased or maybe divorced to get higher chance of actually going to foreclosure
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7 December 2024 | 8 replies
So here is what I do:1 - Get buyer criteria for what they are looking for (exact criteria)2 - Go source that criteria using data provider3 - Scrub the list and plan a marketing campaign around it (i.e) > Direct Mail > Cold Call > SMS > Online Ads > Social Media, etc4 - Once I get inbound leads coming in.
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5 December 2024 | 15 replies
@Victoria Hogan you're panicking because you don't have enough data to understand what's going on!
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6 December 2024 | 27 replies
•Run your numbers conservatively and stress-test your investment.Lastly, I’d reconsider Section 8 (S8) for your first deal.
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1 December 2024 | 0 replies
Financing- build a relationship with a regional banker, don’t shop for interest rates, start small and build history and loyalty they are your team, Cross collateralize, deposit CD/MM or custodial account with bank for loan, give them monthly updates, nail your deal analysis, do stress tests on your deal analysis-cost/interest rate/deal length/ sale price etc. 12.
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5 December 2024 | 7 replies
If anything, we're now seeing data that suggests there isnt much reason for rates to drop significantly any time soon.
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30 November 2024 | 2 replies
Common issues include incomplete data (e.g., missing property taxes or HOA fees), unreliable rent estimates, and the time-consuming process of manually calculating metrics like cash flow or ROI.Platform Preference: A web-based platform would work well for in-depth analysis, but a mobile app would be crucial for on-the-go research and quick evaluations, especially when touring properties.Wish-List Features: A tool that integrates local market data (rental demand, appreciation rates, or vacancy rates) and offers scenario modeling (e.g., "What happens if I increase rents by 10%?")