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31 July 2024 | 4 replies
There are some groups that only have 506(b) offerings and certainly market VERY heavily.
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1 August 2024 | 12 replies
As a hard money lender specializing in fix and flip deals, I can offer some insights on choosing the best lender for newcomers to the fix and flip market:1.
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1 August 2024 | 1 reply
You should always raise your rent if your market supports it.
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31 July 2024 | 3 replies
Strong rental markets: Many Midwest cities boast robust job markets and growing populations, creating steady demand for rental properties.4.
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1 August 2024 | 15 replies
My wife and I (newbie investors) are looking to invest in the Jacksonville, FL market, but we are trying to figure out which communities make the most sense for BRRRR investing.
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1 August 2024 | 22 replies
Taking it a step further in the Phoenix market, I'm willing to pay the Roam fees (1% of purchase price)for my buyer out of the buyer side commission.
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28 July 2024 | 8 replies
Finally closed on my house in Jacksonville, Fl.I ended up giving Power of Attorney to my brother and having him sign for me.I would advise others to have their POA setup prior to leaving the US as I had to go to the US Embassy in Bangkok to have the POA papers notarized.
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2 August 2024 | 7 replies
Be aware that it is a hot market in PR (still hot) and sellers shy away from offers that are not all cash.
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1 August 2024 | 4 replies
The insurance market is very tight right now especially on older buildings.Many carriers who have policies on the books will not accept those same properties as "new business" or if they do the rates are 2x-10x what the current policy premium is.
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31 July 2024 | 18 replies
They got so good at marketing in their hometown that they had overage.