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9 December 2024 | 7 replies
I too am confused by the “It won’t look consistent to the tenant or to the accountant.”
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13 December 2024 | 9 replies
However, make sure to research thoroughly—there are many providers in the market, but not all have the experience or track record you’d want.For consistent cash flow and long-term appreciation, look into areas in the Southeast.
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11 December 2024 | 6 replies
I’ve found success by networking at local meetups, connecting with real estate agents, and exploring online platforms to discover these opportunities.
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19 December 2024 | 13 replies
One thing we, as humans, are consistently bad at is predicting the future - especially when it comes to political and economic shifts.
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23 January 2025 | 165 replies
It might be a good time to come together instead of passively displaying your political views on a platform dedicated to real estate investing.
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19 December 2024 | 82 replies
•Continue tracking expenses and maintaining organized accounts.4.Grow Deal Flow:•Use a small portion of your credit for marketing campaigns (direct mail, Facebook ads, etc.) to source deals consistently.
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13 December 2024 | 2 replies
Be consistent with payments and work with vendors that report to bureaus.Personal Guarantees: Many lenders require a personal guarantee until your business has a solid track record.
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15 December 2024 | 38 replies
Which platforms did you list your property apart from ALE Solutions?
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14 December 2024 | 13 replies
As others noted, most municipalities issue future zoning maps which indicate the direction the local planning commission or equivalent wants to take their zoning and if your plans are consistent, that's generally a good indication as well.
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15 December 2024 | 13 replies
., more than half of the calendar year) for the Borrower’s personal use and enjoyment"This means that you can only book it out on STR platforms for half of the year (50% max occupancy), which really sets a cap on your max income.