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27 October 2024 | 74 replies
The sellers you will be talking to will typically be in a bad situation which is causing them to have to sell their house, and at a big discount.
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19 October 2024 | 0 replies
Properties Needing Repairs: Offer to buy homes that need repairs in exchange for discounted prices or terms that reflect the repair costs.
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18 October 2024 | 6 replies
They are often sold at a discount, but they can come with significant repair needs since they are usually sold as-is.### Due DiligenceBefore buying an REO property, conduct thorough due diligence.
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18 October 2024 | 2 replies
If major issues or concerns are discovered, provide detailed information to the seller and either negotiate a discounted price or consider walking away from the deal.Due diligence is the backbone of successful real estate transactions.
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20 October 2024 | 14 replies
I also max out 401k for max and ESPP for 10% discount and while it’s hard to pas up the free money (at least with the match), I know we could use that money for RE now.
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23 October 2024 | 28 replies
Facebook Marketplace/Craigslist: Sometimes, you can score great deals on gently used, high-quality furniture that’s built to last.Local furniture outlets: Some cities have outlets with overstock from larger brands at reduced prices.Minoan: This website is free and offers discounts from higher end brands like west elm, crate&barrel, polywood and 150 other brands.
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18 October 2024 | 7 replies
If you look into this option my electrician told me the specific panels and meters I needed and recommended I buy them on EBay where there is at least one electrical supply company that sells brand new electrical equipment at a significantly discounted rate.
30 October 2024 | 94 replies
So, you won't be buying at a discounted price like someone paying cash to buy a severely distressed property off market. 4.
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15 October 2024 | 6 replies
They understand that it would have to be at a discount to the amount owed and would need to make sense for me.There is roughly $360K in unpaid principle @4.00% and 311 monthly payments remaining.Â
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14 October 2024 | 7 replies
My sister in law is publishing books for children telling illustrated stories based in Hawaii.