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8 February 2017 | 12 replies
I like to do a lot of my own work on properties, so I have a bunch of power tools and such in the garage.
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7 February 2017 | 2 replies
If so they have tools / websites to pull general rules of thumb together on how similar businesses are run across the US and should provide that to you.
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9 February 2017 | 14 replies
With all of the powerful online search tools, the MLS is pretty much accessible to you now.
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13 April 2017 | 7 replies
I suggest getting a tool like TLO or Lexis Nexis.
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15 February 2017 | 6 replies
Another great read: "The 7 layers of communication" it will inspire you well and give you very good tools to succeed.
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16 February 2017 | 9 replies
I found that when I have all the tools that I need in my toolbox and it is time to make my offer funding is the main thing holding me back.
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10 April 2017 | 8 replies
I can give you a bunch of info including the database and census tract search tool.
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20 February 2017 | 14 replies
REI is just another tool, like my W2, to reach my goals.
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9 February 2017 | 0 replies
For example, if you are interested in only gathering rent, then Credit Score is probably going to be a good tool to use.