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7 February 2025 | 8 replies
Hello everyone,I'm currently facing challenges in identifying and establishing my buy box criteria.
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4 February 2025 | 10 replies
Sounds like you've started your research on OOS investing, but the single best piece of advice I can give you is to establish a trusted investor-friendly agent who will be your boots on the ground once you decide which market you want to target.
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5 February 2025 | 4 replies
Each property has two savings accounts - security deposit & reserves, and one checking - mortgage payments and utilities
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15 February 2025 | 21 replies
To estimate expenses, consider setting aside a percentage for management fees, plus costs for cleaning and utilities.
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14 February 2025 | 7 replies
then, there are holding costs while you rehab - servicing the loan, insurance, utilities, the rehab.
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14 February 2025 | 0 replies
All utilities are split and are paid individually by the tenants.
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9 February 2025 | 3 replies
Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.
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7 February 2025 | 9 replies
Hey Laura,So I can't help with the true GAP funding, but I might have some ideas on how I could help utilizing the seller financing and transitioning it to something long term.
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2 February 2025 | 1 reply
Will rent for 1750/month.Capex items needed soon: roof, water heater, furnaceArea: A area, appreciation is at about 5% a year but average home price is ~$500K so this home will appreciate faster, this will have multiple offers on itDeal #2 - mixed use, small office with a 3 bedroom and a 1 bedroom over it.Ask: 325KCurrently fully rented on one year leases, bringing in 4775/month but only one tenant pays their own utilities plus owner is responsible for snow removal and landscaping.
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12 February 2025 | 6 replies
Some areas have restrictions on mobile homes or rentals.Utilities: Ensure the land is equipped with essential utilities like water, sewer, and electricity.