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2 May 2024 | 4 replies
I put a roommate in each one of the rooms so I was essentially living there for free.
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2 May 2024 | 9 replies
Feel free to also chime in with any other advice in general as well.
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2 May 2024 | 27 replies
I have heard so many stories just like this from people who have purchased from turnkey companies.The refi is one way, but you'd have to have a big rate cut to free up $450 (unless this is a high-priced property).
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1 May 2024 | 8 replies
Are you looking for residential or commercial?
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1 May 2024 | 8 replies
I own a short-term rental property that operates much like a hotel, so I carry large commercial insurance.
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2 May 2024 | 11 replies
Attend your local REI meetups to build up a strong network and feel free to reach out and connect with everyone in the community.
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2 May 2024 | 5 replies
I have one in that neighborhood that got some tornado damage and I got a free new roof and siding from the insurance company lol.
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2 May 2024 | 7 replies
I am thinking rent Mon- Fri leaving the weekend free for the realtor to show the house.