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17 December 2024 | 36 replies
‘I agree the vast majority are small investors, or new to passive investments.
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13 December 2024 | 7 replies
My business partner owns a number of real estate properties he actively manages, however, the majority of his income comes from his other business.
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10 December 2024 | 5 replies
As a major part of my work, I need to research properties, and then skip trace the homeowner to make contact.
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10 December 2024 | 7 replies
So, in my market the VAST majority of homes an investor will invest in are "older".
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9 December 2024 | 98 replies
Almost a majority of millennials said they would rather invest in bitcoin than stocks.
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18 December 2024 | 24 replies
While Vegas might feel like a good choice because it’s closer, let me make the case for Panama City Beach or Destin—they’re the kind of spots that could turn your first investment into a major win.Here’s the thing: PCB and Destin aren’t just beach towns—they’re vacation magnets.
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9 December 2024 | 5 replies
What are some pros that I can highlight from the seller’s perspective.Here are a few that I’ve come up with:1) monthly income at a higher interest rate;2) avoiding a larger tax bill by reducing the purchase price (on paper);3) a promissory note that they could potentially sell down the road.Any other major ones I am missing?
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17 December 2024 | 14 replies
I’ve found weekly check-ins and a shared project tracker to be lifesavers, helping you spot delays before they become major issues.
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8 December 2024 | 11 replies
@Aaron Gordon we did the student rentals down here in Narragansett for a long time and the more accurate screening was getting the major.
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11 December 2024 | 7 replies
For older properties, expect a higher CapEx due to potential issues with major systems like roofing or plumbing.