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25 March 2024 | 28 replies
I'm just so doggone curious why my response rate on my postcards was a whopping 10% in California City but pretty much 0% in Lancaster and Palmdale.
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25 March 2024 | 2 replies
@Gregory Frisoli,Your circumstances were shared by a lot of investors these days (with rates where they are).
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25 March 2024 | 2 replies
I have an escalating rate if people don't vacate on time not sure if you can do that in California.
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25 March 2024 | 10 replies
I would also look into rental rates in your area, vacancy rates, and the demand.
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25 March 2024 | 14 replies
I think with proper education and guidance you’ll excel at a much faster rate and save a lot of money in the long run.
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24 March 2024 | 2 replies
Also, you won’t find a long term rental with a 10% down loan that isn’t going to be cash flow negative with todays rates and property values, especially if you’re not self managing.2) STR will net more but to do a great STR, you need to put the cash into the property to make it a top listing.
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26 March 2024 | 22 replies
I know it may be hard with a wedding upcoming but try to keep your credit cards at or below a 30% utilization rate.
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25 March 2024 | 8 replies
Market research is key in selecting the right state, focusing on factors like job growth, population increase, rental rates, and vacancy rates.
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25 March 2024 | 52 replies
Our pm rates vary based on the level of involvement that our host clients want to have.
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25 March 2024 | 3 replies
There are some clever and legal ways to navigate your way to a lower-than-market-rate rent, but you should speak with a QI or CPA before doing so.