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3 December 2017 | 4 replies
That being said I was making $900 in profit for the first 3 months until I had to move in.
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15 November 2017 | 4 replies
I am more or less tapped out of liquid cash but have a great relationship with my lender and am good at finding and managing profitable companies.
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16 November 2017 | 24 replies
Much profit to both of you!
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15 November 2017 | 3 replies
@Stanley Parsley I was initially looking to make a cash profit off of this deal.
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16 November 2017 | 28 replies
Long story short: I'm highly interested in pursuing the buy and hold route as a real estate investor, however, trying to buy in my own backyard (Orange County, CA) is a bit of a challenge due to the insane housing costs here.
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20 November 2017 | 25 replies
This is probably the most efficient and profitable route to you.
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17 November 2017 | 1 reply
If you sell it and gained significant profit from the sale, you will have to pay capital gains tax.
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17 November 2017 | 8 replies
I'm very new to real estate investing as a profitable business versus a hobby and have a lot to learn so I'm anxious to hear any insights from you guys.Thanks,Virginia
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17 November 2017 | 7 replies
You have to sell to earn short term profits and hold some for your long term gains.
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15 November 2017 | 1 reply
Does this seem possible or are the legal ramifications too risky to pursue this?