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21 April 2024 | 240 replies
Given he was originally from Australia I thought it would be prudent to find out from local sources what his back story was.
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22 April 2024 | 10 replies
Ask local law enforcement who the trouble makers are.
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21 April 2024 | 1 reply
Building Codes and Permits: Insights on navigating local building codes and securing permits for this type of conversion would be incredibly helpful.Potential Pitfalls: Are there any common issues or unforeseen challenges I should be aware of when undertaking a project like this?
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21 April 2024 | 4 replies
go to the local FB forums and attend local RE meetings.
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22 April 2024 | 5 replies
The Deal Finder is constantly on the hunt for new deals, always looking for properties that meet the team's investment criteria.Key Traits:- Optimistic and energetic- Risk-tolerant - Forward-thinking- Well-connected in the local real estate market2.
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18 April 2024 | 7 replies
Good morning everyone, My name is Eric, I am a local firefighter and was previously stationed at JBLM.
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22 April 2024 | 2 replies
The New Orleans agent was able to connect us with a local lender.
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22 April 2024 | 12 replies
You can probably find basics of these forms online and then have a local attorney clean them up and make them compliant for your state (or the lawyer could draft them although they'd be a bit more expensive).
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19 April 2024 | 5 replies
I want to put in place some incentives for new tenants and want to know if anyone on BiggerPockets has done something similar.Here are a few ideas I have had:First Month Free: Sign a 13-month lease and get your first month freePets: No pet fee for the first 6 months, year, etcRent Discounts: Offer a discounted rent for the first month or two fortenants who sign a pre-lease agreement before a certain date.Waived Fees: Waive application fees, administrative fees, or securitydeposit for tenants who pre-lease.Free Utilities: Offer to cover utilities such as water, electricity,or internet for a certain period for tenants who sign a pre-lease.Upgrade Packages: Provide upgrades or amenities such as free parking,access to a fitness center, or a smart home package for those whopre-lease.Gift Cards or Vouchers: Offer gift cards or vouchers to localbusinesses such as restaurants, cafes, or grocery stores as a signingbonus.Flexible Lease Terms: Offer flexible lease terms, such as shorterlease lengths or the option to renew at the same rate, to incentivizetenants to pre-lease.Refer-a-Friend Program: Encourage current tenants to refer friends orfamily by offering them a reward if their referral signs a pre-leaseagreement.Early Move-In: Allow tenants who pre-lease to move in a few days earlyat no additional cost.Guaranteed Parking: If parking is limited, offer guaranteed parkingspots for tenants who sign a pre-lease agreement.
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21 April 2024 | 2 replies
My guess is that it is localized.