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8 November 2014 | 12 replies
I have had many wholesalers find me, but none that work out long term, and a ton of newbies, fresh out of the investor seminars.
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18 February 2023 | 0 replies
This home offers a New Roof, New Electrical, Newer Windows, New Oven/Range, New Refrigerator, New Kitchen all around, New Bathrooms, New Doors, Fresh Coat and Professionally Painted Interior, New Hardwood and Carpet Floor throughout, New Landscaping, Newer Everything including lights, fixtures, cabinets, handrails, toilets, tubs, sinks, doorknobs, bulbs, trim, and more!
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19 February 2023 | 3 replies
Our place is definitely the lowest rung on the ladder but the neighbors seem to appreciate how we've cleaned up the property by taking down dozens of old trees and adding giant gardens, fruit trees and even have a self-serve market stand that made enough last year to make three house payments.
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30 April 2017 | 14 replies
The home was a new construction and still within the builder's warranty, but the builder denied warranty saying it was misuse (garden hose should not be attached to outdoor faucet in winter).
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20 February 2023 | 1 reply
The appliances are functional and very dated; consider replacing them with stainless or another fresh look.
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16 February 2023 | 18 replies
I am fresh meat when it comes to real estate investing but am excited to get my first property.
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20 January 2020 | 4 replies
Also a fresh face to investing.
18 November 2021 | 15 replies
What if you buy a 4-plex in a nice suburban area with a Hilton Garden Inn or Marriott nearby...but not a vacation market.
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11 February 2023 | 10 replies
Here are a few ideas for upgrades that could modernize your rental property and potentially increase its rental value:Update the kitchen: Upgrade old appliances, replace countertops, and add a tile backsplash.Install modern lighting fixtures: Replace old, outdated lighting fixtures with newer, more modern options.Add a fresh coat of paint: Choose a neutral, modern color that will appeal to potential renters.Upgrade the bathroom: Install new fixtures, replace old tiling, and add a new vanity.Update the flooring: Replace old, stained carpet with wood or vinyl flooring.Install smart home features: Add features like a smart thermostat or smart lighting to appeal to tech-savvy renters.Improve curb appeal: Add new landscaping, repaint the exterior, or add outdoor lighting to make the property look more attractive from the outside.Remember to keep your target renter in mind when making upgrades, and make sure the cost of the upgrades will provide a reasonable return on investment
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14 February 2019 | 0 replies
As units have become vacant, I've rehabbed by adding vinyl plank floors with a fresh paint job.