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29 July 2024 | 21 replies
Solar costs money to install and benefits you how?
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1 August 2024 | 3 replies
A set price per unit doesn't make sense to me because the finishes in a C class unit in a modest market versus a B class unit in a more upscale market could be MILES apart and cost VERY different amounts to repair/replace. 3.
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29 July 2024 | 9 replies
If your accountant will let you expense it that would give you more benefit if the short term.
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1 August 2024 | 6 replies
However if you want to generate more cash flow putting 15% down will help you because not only is it a lower montly payment but when you hit 20% equity they will remove your PMI.If you put down 5% I would stronly encourage you living in the Airbnb if possible and renting out the home so you can generate even more incomeIf you look at it like this it'll helpMonthly payment < Potential income + current rentIf you can move and reduce your cost of living that is always great at the bare minimum they should equal each other in my opinion because at least you'll have equity if the market you are choosing is a strong equity market.
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1 August 2024 | 22 replies
My impression is their students have a decent beginner level understanding of how to market and ask general questions of potential note sellers.
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28 July 2024 | 0 replies
Market OverviewThe Los Angeles retail market showed signs of stability in Q1 2024, with asking rents holding steady at $34.21 per square foot and vacancy rates remaining unchanged at 8.1%.
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1 August 2024 | 19 replies
Quote from @Cesar Garcia: So I'm thinking of purchasing a house out of state since my hometown market doesn't make much sense to purchase in.
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1 August 2024 | 33 replies
Some investors may use different percentages based on their risk tolerance and market knowledge.
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28 July 2024 | 12 replies
When the market is more balanced, then it may make sense to buy a primary and convert it to a rental when you move.There are exceptions, but you will need to learn how to really analyze a property to know when the numbers make sense.
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1 August 2024 | 29 replies
Im a South Shore guy and the market here is nuts right now.