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23 March 2018 | 3 replies
My apologies if this is a stupid question, but something's been bugging me for the past few days and I can't seem to find an answer for it.I've been renting 2-4 bedroom units in Chicago for the past 12 years and recen...
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27 March 2018 | 3 replies
Hello, I'm new to BP my name is Paul. I'm in the process of purchasing a home that was on the market for $164,900. I offered $140,000 and they accepted the offer. I just received the appraisal back from the bank an...
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26 March 2018 | 1 reply
I wouldn't eliminate it though, but make it clear that rents are expected to rise each year no matter what, and it might raise more if they only sign 1 year lease.
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27 March 2018 | 9 replies
You shouldnt expect much from a real estate school.
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28 March 2018 | 19 replies
But don't expect a complete history of their tenancy.
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28 March 2018 | 6 replies
Although an LOI is non-binding generally it is signed in good faith with the expectation that both sides will work towards getting a mutually acceptable PSA that follows the general guidelines laid out by the LOI.
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26 March 2018 | 2 replies
If using an agent with a wholesaler expect to pay them yourself2.
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30 March 2018 | 25 replies
Make sure they have a thorough orientation on the expectation of a tenant and home care.
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26 March 2018 | 6 replies
I could see things sitting longer in that area in general, but the property taxes are higher than I would have expected as well.
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27 March 2018 | 7 replies
We expect this.