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26 February 2013 | 21 replies
Later, I was also in non-profits, with gut rehab to new construction, developments but not fair to compare with an individual flip, drew a salary, fees and benefits.
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21 March 2013 | 3 replies
Nevertheless, here is an article that I think would be a great help to those who are eager to familiarize FHA and how it could benefit the people: [AD LINK REMOVED]
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24 February 2013 | 3 replies
My goal is to hopefully transition to real estate investing and leave the corporate world – it’s just those darn benefits that have kept me there this long.
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19 August 2013 | 8 replies
An honest attorney will tell you not to appeal if the benefits do not outweigh the cost.Yes for a homeowner type appeal you might can go on your own.
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24 February 2013 | 4 replies
Evictions, prefer to pass on all costs plus a fee, or pay an additional fee monthly to handle outright....Payment remittance to you after rent is collected, checks, online...Any other features, benefits, items you would be interested in.
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27 February 2013 | 24 replies
I understand the benefits of buying a property on discount, but if your strategy is buy and hold, does equity become less important?
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26 February 2013 | 13 replies
Are there any benefits I can derive from this (cash) capital contribution that I made - in taxes or otherwise?
28 February 2013 | 10 replies
I hated doing the engineering and would have preferred being RE, but there were some MAJOR advantages to doing the engineering while I did it:- Had a steady paycheck while I 'figured out' real estate and where I fit in with it, and benefits of course- The company was contributing to my 401K while I was there which ended up being free money I used later to buy real estate- It gave me time to really figure out my niche in real estate.
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19 January 2014 | 9 replies
I am really excited to be part of this dynamic community, and hope to benefit from all your experience and guidance.Thanks,
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20 January 2014 | 16 replies
Another benefit is that it can generate more tenant loyalty - as it can be difficult for tenants with dogs to find landlords willing to take them, so they will be less likely to leave.