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Alexander Achim Deciding to keep or sell short term rental
10 March 2023 | 10 replies
Hi Alexander, I would personally suggest flipping it but it also depends on numerous other factors.I'd love to discuss your specific goals of the property. 
Latoya Pryor EMD placed with Title Company
12 January 2024 | 33 replies
So people attempting wholesaling will continue doing what they’re doing with almost no consequences.The way most real property purchase contracts are written they contain an “out” for numerous reasons; failure to pass inspection, inability to obtain financing, etc.  
Ben Lovro Breaking Ground at 25: Essential Steps to Jumpstart Your Real Estate Journey
13 January 2024 | 0 replies
It's a crucial step in ensuring your financial stability and future success.Your credit score is essentially a grade that reflects how responsible you are with your finances, and it's used by lenders, landlords, and even employers to assess your financial trustworthiness.A higher credit score can lead to numerous benefits.It can make it easier to get approved for loans, credit cards, and mortgages, often with better terms and lower interest rates.This means you'll pay less in interest over time and have more money in your pocket.To enhance your credit score, focus on simple yet effective practices like paying your bills on time, maintaining low credit card balances, and avoiding opening too many new credit accounts.Over time, these responsible habits will boost your credit score, making your financial journey smoother and more successful.So, by taking steps to improve your credit score today, you're setting yourself up for a brighter financial tomorrow.It's a smart move that can pave the way for future opportunities and financial well-being.Step 5: Save for a Down PaymentSaving for a down payment is like putting money aside for a big purchase, like a bike or a video game console.
Ryan Cullen How do YOU stay organized in such a fast paced industry...
11 January 2024 | 3 replies
Working with numerous clients can be difficult when time is of the essence. 
Mike Savage too much equity in rentals??
3 January 2019 | 48 replies
I often wonder if these inflection points in the physiological zeitgeist of RE investing is more telling than any definable market numeric
LaRhonda M Syndications and Passive investing
7 August 2020 | 15 replies
Sometimes it's ambiguous, but even then, why should I bother with the company that has numerous unresolved lawsuits, versus another company that is virtually the same but has none.
Eric Odum Henry Hicks - Tampa Real Estate Attorney
7 October 2014 | 7 replies
Never afraid to tackle new business ventures he had ownership in a restaurant, a hotel, a strawberry farm, and numerous rental properties.An avid bicyclist, Henry logged many local miles as well as three RAGBRAI rides across Iowa and a week-long ride through New England.
Tim Taylor would you trust your inspector OR lender appraisal more
11 November 2019 | 5 replies
These are major things like (all estimated include labor + materials):1. roof with heavy granular loss and near end of live (needs replacement) - estimated $9K2. foundation grading needs - estimated $1k3. new HVAC needed - estimated $12k4. wood rot on housing in numerous places + wood trim repair/replacement - estimated $2k5. new water heater needed on 1 side - estimated $3k6. rotted facia and soffet - estimated $3k7. soil grading - estimated $1k8. bad electrical wiring that must be rectified by electrical - estimated $1k9. exterior vent repair - $50010. broken window repairs - $50011. exterior paint - $3kone entire side is not renovated (which is fine - but still alone needs it's only 10-20K worth of work to make marketable like the other side - flooring, paint, appliances, and cabinets)estimated total without renovated duplex side: $36-40Kestimated total WITH renovated duplex side: $56-80Kwhat's making me think twice:lender and agent are close (not unusual)things that the appraiser DID NOT find compared to the home inspector made it a perfect pass for FHA loan.
Jessica Melendez SECTION 8 LANDLORDS
6 July 2023 | 9 replies
The numerous bureaucratic processes involved can lead to significantly extended time-frames for tenant placement, whereas non-Section 8 tenants are typically able to move in within 24 hours.
Ryan Boltman Where are the quality PMs?
16 December 2023 | 19 replies
We've learned this the hard way numerous times.