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7 May 2018 | 29 replies
Without walking it, and based in large part on the price, I would bet pretty good money that there is major foundation issues.
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23 April 2018 | 5 replies
I agree with @Jordan Moorhead, you will need a minimum 20% down unless there is enough upside where you can get a HML involved for a short period of time.
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22 April 2018 | 12 replies
I wouldn't think just turning it into a rental would be the best bet, but it's an option.
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17 May 2018 | 7 replies
As a result, I have many friends/ family/ business contacts that would be willing, and often ask, to get involved.
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22 April 2018 | 9 replies
Both my wife and I are wanting to get involved with Real estate, I have been researching areas, listening to podcasts, and reading books to expand my knowledge.
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23 April 2018 | 10 replies
It's safe to bet on 20% of the loan, plus 25% of the rehab costs, plus money for holding the property.
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22 April 2018 | 2 replies
I'm really curious how others relying on this strategy hedge their bets to decrease their exposure.
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23 April 2018 | 3 replies
Your best bet would be to learn through Youtube.
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22 April 2018 | 3 replies
Retail use or office buildings are $1M+, but I'm not a developer at all.In my mind, considering a property is already present (and might involve demo to upgrade the overall property), what's the best way to analyze this property.
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22 April 2018 | 1 reply
If the IRA is involved, then you personally may not bring money into the deal.