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23 August 2015 | 6 replies
Be sure when running the numbers you allow for vacancy (I assume 10%) and maintenance (I start with $100/mo and adjust based on the age of the property).
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23 August 2015 | 4 replies
Good to see you taking action on your dreams at such a young age.
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22 August 2015 | 2 replies
Great to hear that you are getting into Real Estate investing at such a young age!
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2 September 2015 | 4 replies
You should also consider the age of the property.
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25 August 2015 | 82 replies
If you enjoy it and are a good person, you will succeed and build a good name for yourself regardless of your occupation.The occupation of a realtor/agent could become obsolete with the information age that we are in.
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11 September 2015 | 10 replies
......Thanks for your advice.Hi Donald and Welcome to BP,The % depends on the property, current condition, and age.
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24 August 2015 | 3 replies
Pay PMI -- if you aren't of age to withdraw from your 401k you can't avoid the penalty.
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2 September 2015 | 6 replies
We wanted to put a timeline when we cannot touch the money, maybe five yearsWe are work colleagues and around the same age.
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24 August 2015 | 9 replies
If you take your money out of your retirement accounts prior to reaching eligible distribution age you will be subject to a 10% penalty.
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4 April 2016 | 7 replies
How much does the age of the home factor in here?