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21 January 2025 | 2 replies
I financed this property using down payment funds from 403B and a local commercial bank. 15% down from personal funds. 85% down from community commercial bank. 3yr balloon, 20yr amortization, 7% interest rate.
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28 January 2025 | 0 replies
.đ Risk ManagementBoth investments require risk management:Stocks: Company performance, market conditions, economic factorsReal estate: Property maintenance, tenant quality, local market changesBut guess what?
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6 February 2025 | 42 replies
Just be sure to check local regulations for Airbnbs.For long-term rentals, growing cities with strong job markets and affordable housing are ideal.
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21 January 2025 | 4 replies
Iâm a local realtor in Rochester and would love to connect.
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23 January 2025 | 6 replies
Their contribution depends on factors like local demand for ADUs, their design and size, and how theyâre used (e.g., rental income potential).
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31 January 2025 | 24 replies
i am unfamiliar with your local market but up in the North East, New England in particular, my brokerage hosts a lot of REI meet ups every month.
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7 February 2025 | 17 replies
All you need are local vendors you know...with texting and internet, and good tenants. Â
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21 January 2025 | 1 reply
I have been following the Real Estate Investing industry for a while and just recently decided to put my focus into it and implement a plan I had in mind for years.So I went down to Puerto Vallarta I put together a team of local realtors, brokers, contractors, property managers and a lawyer.Â
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26 January 2025 | 5 replies
I recommend local meetups. https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521
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24 January 2025 | 4 replies
Your best bet would be to connect with local operators and ask them.