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30 October 2023 | 9 replies
Look for places that have strong job growth, outstanding schools, and low crime rates; these are usually favorable signs.
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16 January 2018 | 273 replies
They get a judgment for outstanding rent and there's no jailtime for it.
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8 December 2017 | 5 replies
HiI am new to real estate investing. I was recently informed of a method used to acquire property through "QuitClaim Deed". Basically targeting the Pre Foreclosure List speaking with the seller/owner and finding out t...
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2 January 2016 | 2 replies
If you haven't found them yet, the podcasts are outstanding.
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1 September 2021 | 0 replies
They used to be outstanding but have got to be terrible.
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22 September 2020 | 1 reply
Additionally, I am generally low on debt (no credit card debt, no car payment, no outstanding bills, high credit rating) - just my student loans (which will be forgiven with about another year and a half worth of payments through PSLF) and shortly my mortgage.
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7 July 2012 | 36 replies
Oh, and thanks again for an outstanding 3 days!
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7 February 2013 | 14 replies
However, the rep mentioned checking with the city for any outstanding charges (mowing, etc) against the property.
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20 March 2022 | 384 replies
After 3 years, I realized this is an outstanding investment and it could greatly enhance my ability to retire.
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31 December 2013 | 20 replies
Call the city and find out whether there are any outstanding water bills or any city violantions.