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27 June 2023 | 48 replies
I am originally from Atlanta and the combination between the nature parks, cleanliness, and the friendliness of locals quickly convinced me to make the move more permanent in the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach markets.
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7 June 2023 | 7 replies
It's true that the underwriting process is crucial, and lenders may uncover factors that prevent them from finalizing the loan.
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7 July 2023 | 5 replies
I’ll also add that your FICO is going to be a crucial factor in determining your rate and max LTV.
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8 July 2023 | 40 replies
Having good representation is crucial, especially when dealing with uncontrollable factors.
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29 June 2023 | 7 replies
A good score will make it easier to get a loan when you're ready to invest.Saving & Budgeting: Even with little to no money, developing a saving and budgeting habit is crucial.
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15 December 2020 | 2 replies
Hi BP Community, As the tourism and out-of-state migration to the Gulf Shores/Orange Beach areas continues to expand, my partners and I want to invest in the Path of Progress in which the service workers that service the tourism industry are moving towards.
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13 December 2018 | 7 replies
LLC vs S Corp is apples to oranges."
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11 July 2023 | 10 replies
The fact that you already have one investment property and are actively strategizing about your next moves is a strong start.Remember that networking is crucial in our field.
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30 October 2014 | 2 replies
So my mission today is to take away that guilt.Choosing the right Tenant can be very crucial as to how many evictions we may possible encounter.