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4 September 2024 | 3 replies
Roof, HVAC and foundation all have no issues.My plan with a property like this would be to get positive equity asap and re-fi.
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3 September 2024 | 2 replies
Curb appeal, neighborhood, etc.If you have a quality agent, they should point out potential problems like flooding, cracked foundations or walls, the neighbor's dead lawn, etc.
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3 September 2024 | 2 replies
BP fam what are your thoughts on my scenario -- I bought my primary home for $335k 2 years ago and have put about 40k in upgrades (new double paned windows, new foundation, new metal roof, rain gutters).
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5 September 2024 | 13 replies
For reading, check out "Tax-Free Wealth" by Tom Wheelwright—solid, foundational insights on leveraging tax laws for real estate.
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3 September 2024 | 12 replies
If I'm buying old then that it becomes very important to understand capital expenses for upgrading plumbing, electrical, fixing foundations, etc and understanding the properties current condition.
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2 September 2024 | 6 replies
That kind of balance is crucial, and it sounds like you've got a solid foundation for success.Looking forward to hearing more about your journey and exchanging ideas here on BiggerPockets.
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3 September 2024 | 11 replies
You don't need to know everything to get started; you need a foundation to build on, and the rest will come through experience and then refining your education.You can build a basic understanding of investing in 3-6 months.
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2 September 2024 | 6 replies
I'm a huge advocate for education so whether it's listening to podcasts, reading books on various investing strategies, or plugging into the forums & articles on BP, make sure to get a solid educational foundation as you start.
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2 September 2024 | 3 replies
Timelines and capital required are obviously higher when pouring larger foundations for a tower and craning modulars together on the site, but if you had a blue print/drawings in hand their timelines are as follows:6 weeks in the factory 1 week deliver Laydown site Shuttle to actual location where crane is Crain in 4-5 days3 months of finishingHope this is helpful!
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1 September 2024 | 0 replies
However, 80% of tenants in a recent CBRE survey expect to increase their spatial requirements over the next three years, indicating a shift towards in-person work and future growth.While new demand remains slow, these lease renewals are a positive sign, laying a stable foundation for the office market's recovery.