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24 January 2025 | 6 replies
Are you considering expanding locally or branching out to other areas?
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22 January 2025 | 1 reply
I live in Portland Maine , I am new to real estate investing and looking to connect with any local investor.. thank you.
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24 January 2025 | 36 replies
I looked at local companies, and while many locals have great boots on the ground, they lack the economies of scale and systems like what Avantstay uses to attract, vet, monitor, and enforce.
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22 January 2025 | 1 reply
I am new to real estate investing and looking to connect with any local investor.
20 January 2025 | 6 replies
But they are usually a bit expensive I believe.I would also go to your local REIA and ask around there.
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29 January 2025 | 4 replies
More relationship underwriting with local banks.7% interest, 25yr am, 20% downEasier to scale, easier to manage.
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28 January 2025 | 9 replies
I'm hosting a local meetup in Mankato, feel free to shoot me a message if anyone is interested in joining!
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28 January 2025 | 9 replies
Perhaps check with a local attorney before proceeding.I realise I left some stuff out in the beginning, but the whole situation in general is just pretty wild.
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29 January 2025 | 5 replies
If you're located in WI, check out Premier Point Realty and Homestead Realty....both offer the licensing course at a discount and some of the lowest fees/commission splits in our local market.
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8 February 2025 | 34 replies
I recommend you call a local agent or broker to give you a better lay of the land so you understand the challenges/opportunities in this area.