14 March 2024 | 2 replies
I'm also a local realtor in Houston so feel free to reach out if you specific questions about our market. - Chris Kersey@ckerseyrealestate
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14 March 2024 | 15 replies
The only thing better than that would be the first option and actually complete the 1031 and don't pay any tax at all.Feel free to reach out if you'd like to process further.
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14 March 2024 | 6 replies
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1113749-cost-...
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14 March 2024 | 6 replies
Feel free to connect if you would like to chat.Staci
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14 March 2024 | 2 replies
Feel free to reach out if you would like to set up a call to discuss.
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15 March 2024 | 10 replies
This builds equity and cash flow while enabling people to live for free or at a significantly lower cost.Sweat Equity: To increase the value of their properties through renovations, repairs, or property management, some investors have depended on their own time, expertise, and labor.
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15 March 2024 | 14 replies
I would personally have a backup plan in place if the notes are called or anything goes south with the Mortgage companies.Feel free to reach out if you want to talk.
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15 March 2024 | 31 replies
It's at the OC Fair and Event Center you can register for FREE on their website.Gaining a hands on understanding of what it takes to manage a property successfully will make you many times better at hiring property managers, evaluating data they provide, dealing with vendors, and tenants even if you later decide to roll the dice and invest out of state.Good luck in your journey.
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13 March 2024 | 10 replies
Too much risk and sets bad boundaries for tenants.Many use Venmo, Zelle or just have tenants deposit at their bank (local branch).There are also several free DIY PM softwares that have rent payment built in, but they charge the tenants a fee to do so (that's how the companies make money).