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29 May 2024 | 20 replies
I normally tell people to really start considering a PM between 5 - 10 properties, if not sooner.
29 May 2024 | 14 replies
You can give better direction to the people you are hiring if you have actually done the task yourself.
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29 May 2024 | 18 replies
Look for places with lots of people wanting to rent, areas growing fast, and schools that are top-notch.
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29 May 2024 | 9 replies
Would love to hear people's experiences in these markets or recommendations of other markets that are more on the "untapped" side.
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30 May 2024 | 17 replies
We have dedicated people on the ground cleaning, maintaining, as well as office staff handling the administrative and marketing tasks.
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29 May 2024 | 20 replies
Attend meetups and meet as many people in RE as you can.
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30 May 2024 | 12 replies
It’s often sold as an alternative to larger security deposits or co-signers for people with bad credit bad rental history.
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30 May 2024 | 9 replies
Tax optimization is a powerful aspect of investing and most people don’t take advantage of all the options.
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29 May 2024 | 2 replies
Most people in the forums are recommending Proper Insurance for STR insurance, and I was able to get a quote from them quickly.
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29 May 2024 | 27 replies
(and there are lots of people here to offer advice!)