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3 February 2025 | 27 replies
For someone new to real estate investing that wants to do long term rentals, do you recommend starting off in an area close to them/an area they're familiar with or someplace that will give them the best return even if it's out of state. 2.
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12 February 2025 | 2 replies
These scenarios often can be a real nightmare.
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9 February 2025 | 5 replies
Pair that with going to real estate investor meetups and you will start your journey.
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12 February 2025 | 6 replies
I'm in Orlando and active in residential real estate as a Realtor® and also serve on the board of CFRI, the local chapter of the National REIA.
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2 February 2025 | 1 reply
Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner or The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.2.
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31 January 2025 | 5 replies
Based on what you shared you are not financially qualified to own real estate.
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7 February 2025 | 12 replies
I got into real estate through an organic relationship, nor would I be where I'm at today if it wasn't for those relationships.
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3 February 2025 | 5 replies
Networking with local wholesalers and real estate agents who specialize in investment properties can also lead to off-market opportunities.
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12 February 2025 | 27 replies
I would say welcome to guru real estate 101.
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11 February 2025 | 4 replies
We were collaborating with a local real estate agent who presented us with this MLS listing.