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Javaughn Harkness What’s a good amount of direct mail
28 August 2021 | 7 replies
Not AT ALL.I explained this MANY times before but I shall give you a shortcut You send 1000 mailers... first round... you get 30 responses.You send the same people an other set of mailers, you now get 21 responses (and a and a whole lot of pissed off people)You sent an other 1000 mailers, you get3 new responders.Total: 54 responses.Now... how about this:You send 1000 mailers... you get 30 responses.You send an other 1000 mailers to a completely new set of people.. 
Wesley W. Plastic bottle stuck in toilet trap
3 December 2021 | 12 replies
I hire professionals that are experts in their job, back their work, and are insured.
Sean McKee What Are Your Top Chicagoland Investment Areas For 2022?
6 January 2022 | 12 replies
I've been out bid on some buildings that needed a lot of work and had me wondering what the buyer saw.  2022 will be an interesting year.
Anna Batchelor South West VT - STR Newbie!!
1 November 2022 | 20 replies
We are heading up in Jan to do some work and spend some time there.
Lance Mundo Proving 750 hours for deductions
26 November 2022 | 3 replies
How can I prove 750 hours of work, and more work than my W2 job in order to qualify for maximum deductions when filing my income taxes?
Isaac Bartels Looking for more info on building STRs and good STR markets
26 October 2022 | 9 replies
I'd love to do primary design for these tiny homes or cabins myself (I've got some background in CAD work and am a civil engineer).
Alicia Marks Who would you rather have as a spooky tenant?
14 November 2022 | 16 replies
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, so let's have some Halloween fun!
E.A. Johnson How much will Section 8 Pay?
20 October 2022 | 6 replies
The inspection isn't very hard, make sure the plugs are grounded, the hot water works, the toilets flush, drains work and light switches work. 
Gabrielle Quarles How to make a good offer to the seller?
3 November 2022 | 16 replies
I know my numbers, I know what is a good deal or not.The WHOLESALER determines the offer, NOT the buyer.I see some of you don't understand the job of a wholesaler.A wholesaler is not some sleazeball that does minimal work and then collects an (undeserved) fee.The wholesaer (a good one):1) Finds the seller2) Does his/her due diligance3) Takes note of all the things wrong with the house4) Forms a solid Cost Of Repairs, ARV, and As-Is value of the house5) Negotiates with the seller to put it under contract for a price that works by the NUMBERS, not the end buyer.6) Presents the contract and explains the contracts7) Makes sure the seller knows it all, what they can expect, how it works, what the risks are, what the time line is, etc.8) Finds a cash buyer for the contract9) Presents the cash buyer with the property report where all the pertinent information is lists for the buyer10) Makes absolutely clear that it is the buyer's responsibility to verify the numbers.11) Works as the communication middleperson between buyer and seller12) Makes sure the buyer follows throuhj with their responsibilities as well as the seller's responsibilities13) Keeps constant communication with the seller till closing.So I think I see where you guys are coming from when saying "it is the buyer that makes the offer".. as in the buyer will ultimately need to be fine with the offer... and yes, the end buyer needs to make a profit sure...
Brendon K. Exit clause for a beginner who can't find a buyer
10 November 2022 | 7 replies
BUT I didn't take shortcuts.