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7 December 2024 | 60 replies
Your story caught my eye...I started out studying architecture and quickly shifted to construction engineering as I was a bit more analytical than I was creative at the time.
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3 December 2024 | 3 replies
Phase #1 - Recovery - characterized by high vacancy rates and no new construction- rent, during this phase, is flat or declining- owners offer rent concessions to avoid their property occupancy rate from decliningPhase #2 - Expansions- characterized by declining vacancy and the start of new construction- occupancy improves, concessions are not being offered, and rental rates being to growPhase #3 - Hyper Supply - characterized by new construction and vacancy rates beginning to rise - rental rates begin to grow at a slow rate- rent concession are being offerred due to the new construction in the area [in the hope of retaining current renters]Phase #4 - Recession - characterized by the completion of construction and a decline in occupancy rates - concessions are abundant to avoid high move-out rates Here are some foundational truths about optimizing your investments:#1 sow seeds of success in the down times - "The season of failure is the best time for sowing seeds of success."
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4 December 2024 | 8 replies
These types of exchanges are great for purchasing new construction.
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1 December 2024 | 6 replies
I would like to know potential rent estimate for a Condo ( 2BD, 2.5 BH) in Buckhead, Atlanta GA 30305. The Condominium is high rise new building w/ high service luxury amenities including concierge services, valet par...
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4 December 2024 | 10 replies
I also own lots in the Sevierville/Smoky Mountains area and am looking to start construction on those soon.
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5 December 2024 | 2 replies
General Market Dynamics (Population Growth, New Construction/Development, DOM, average SFR Purchase Price)What other topics would you recommend be addressed in our content that would showcase the future growth and opportunities to our stakeholders?
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4 December 2024 | 5 replies
Background: My mother was real estate agent and my dad knew construction so we flipped just about every house I ever lived in.
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10 December 2024 | 14 replies
Ground up construction, in another state.
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5 December 2024 | 1 reply
If each unit has their own, I can see them allowing it to be paid with how you phase the construction.
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4 December 2024 | 10 replies
I was able to get a construction loan to renovate.