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18 February 2020 | 11 replies
I would spend more time focusing on establishing a relationship with an operator.
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10 February 2020 | 4 replies
Pick one market and go deep into that market to understand the dynamics and to build relationships.
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7 February 2020 | 6 replies
For example, I felt like I couldn't make an offer if I didn't have a good relationship with a title company.
13 February 2020 | 3 replies
Start by making relationships with the top brokers in the area.
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7 February 2020 | 2 replies
Depending on the relationship between you and the family member, you might be able to avoid transfer taxes.
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6 February 2020 | 2 replies
Similarly, I am curious as to whether a mentor should be in my immediate location or that a long-distance relationship would suffice.Any advice and insight into the validity of my thought process would be much appreciated as well as the best practices I should be taking to find a great mentor!
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19 February 2020 | 5 replies
Use this opportunity to begin a relationship with that mortgage broker or mortgage banker associated with that bank.
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12 February 2020 | 6 replies
Build a sample deal package, take it to lenders, get preliminary approval and establish a relationship.
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6 February 2020 | 3 replies
That's a great way to start a relationship with a bank.
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6 February 2020 | 1 reply
We learned the power of relationships and getting in front of the seller to sell yourself and what you are trying to accomplish.