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13 October 2024 | 2 replies
Effectively turning a duplex into a triplex.Does anyone know if there is any issue with doing this?
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24 October 2024 | 139 replies
OR, get smart, focus on what IS effective, and try to get with a GC who has some of the best direct supply account's and pricing, and negotiate to get the best discount from them they can lend.
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13 October 2024 | 54 replies
Is it cost effective for smaller units?
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15 October 2024 | 40 replies
This is the most basic level of protection and it is not very effective, but it is still better than nothing.
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15 October 2024 | 21 replies
I also wouldn't be opposed to using a 203k loan to finance and renovate a multifamily to house hack and rent out (I know it's a lot more work and harder to achieve but I think the potential could definitely make it worth while, especially with the up coming changes going into effect soon).
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9 October 2024 | 10 replies
However, these properties won't be low hanging fruit.
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12 October 2024 | 11 replies
The $1200 a month increase would take effect while he is on disabilty and he will likely be responsible most of the $1200 while on disability.
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18 October 2024 | 29 replies
This effectively intercepts a negative review before it happens, allowing you to identify if something can truly be done to bridge the experience gap.Some guests just want to feel extra special or important, and the best you can do is smooth things over and move on to the next.
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10 October 2024 | 6 replies
Hi Nico,Thank you for your post, You mentioned that hiring a few virtual assistants (VAs) to cold call has been effective, and that text messaging is also performing decently,I specialize in identifying and revitalizing unique properties—those that are not typical, for example, I recently spotted a triangle-shaped property that has the potential to be transformed into something beautiful and valuable, either for living or resale, Could you please share your approach and any guidance you might have on the process of using virtual assistants (VAs) to cold call and the text messaging strategies that have been effective for you?
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11 October 2024 | 12 replies
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