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4 July 2024 | 7 replies
@Kenny BanuelosTo buy smart in real estate, stay educated, prepared, and objective.
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7 July 2024 | 89 replies
Even in a syndication I don't care how many doors they have - I want to see their track record of preserving principle, returning reasonable returns, and managing their portfolio effectively and efficiently regardless of size.
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2 July 2024 | 3 replies
I have been through numerous CRM reviews but many seem to be affiliate/promotions in disguise or at least lack objective comparative context.
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2 July 2024 | 12 replies
Isn't diversification a basic principle of building and keeping wealth?
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3 July 2024 | 25 replies
However just sharing a list of Sponsors would do you a disservice; the investments you make must match your investing objectives, risk tolerance and values.
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30 June 2024 | 4 replies
It sounds attractive because everyone says it is low- or no-money down, but if you don't have money to make the deal another way, you don't have much leverage to make the deal the way you are suggesting.Sub to and seller finance are shiny objects for people who want to get started in investing to make money, but have no capital.
3 July 2024 | 20 replies
Counter the objection to you earning income on finding them a secondary buyer in advance, not later when the deal fails because you withheld information or lied.
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1 July 2024 | 13 replies
However, clarifying the long-term business objectives/strategy is key before finalizing your entity set-up.
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2 July 2024 | 73 replies
One is not necessarily better than the other, and your preference will likely depend on your objectives for the home.For example, if this is a short-term investment property on which you are looking to maximize the annual income and depreciate the value for tax purposes, you may prefer a manager who will keep your home filled to maximum occupancy.On the other hand, if this is a long term investment or even where you plan to retire, you will likely want to find someone very different.7.
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29 June 2024 | 12 replies
You need to know real estate principles, real estate law, and real estate finance.