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13 January 2025 | 5 replies
Name of the game for me is speed to move the contract.Currently I have a mass email marketing platform that works well but no one checks their email as much as their texts.
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11 February 2025 | 16 replies
However, in Los Angeles, multi-family properties can be expensive, so you’ll need to run the numbers carefully to ensure it cash flows.A few things to consider:FHA Loan Limits: Check the max FHA loan limit in LA for multi-families.Neighborhood Selection: Look in areas with strong rental demand but potential for appreciation (e.g., Inglewood, North Hollywood, Long Beach).Value-Add Potential: Minor renovations to force appreciation will help when doing a cash-out refinance or 1031 exchange later.If you have any other questions, send me a DM or email!
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4 February 2025 | 17 replies
You need to step out of your box and check out other markets where you can buy a home and flip it for 150K.I have a flip right now that my partners and I are in for 200K in Chattanooga,TN.
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14 January 2025 | 8 replies
I contacted Buildium and they confirmed they do not offer credit card tracking, but offered a workaround which was to set up a credit card as a bank account, and when there is a balance it's just always negative in the bank account, and this would allow you to track individual purchases like it was a checking account.
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21 January 2025 | 8 replies
Check with the insurance company first.
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15 January 2025 | 10 replies
Also credit score 680 with no missed payments over the last 2 years and also check their criminal report just to make sure you know who these tenants are, as the eviction process in New York city is very long and expensive.
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25 January 2025 | 18 replies
Always ask tenants to check to make sure it is locked.Another disadvantage is that you have to change the batteries regularly.Another disadvantage is you have to spend quite some time programming the locks and tracking the code3.
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11 January 2025 | 6 replies
Honestly, Tampa checks all the boxes for cash flow, appreciation, and long-term growth, so let me know if you need more specifics or help with a plan!
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11 January 2025 | 9 replies
Quote from @James Hampton: How about a quick check before you have to charge a screening fee?
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21 January 2025 | 10 replies
You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.