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18 December 2024 | 24 replies
While Vegas might feel like a good choice because it’s closer, let me make the case for Panama City Beach or Destin—they’re the kind of spots that could turn your first investment into a major win.Here’s the thing: PCB and Destin aren’t just beach towns—they’re vacation magnets.
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22 December 2024 | 1 reply
Over time, I found a circle of mentors who believed in me and were willing to share their knowledge.
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23 December 2024 | 15 replies
It takes some serious knowledge and work.I would not buy into an SA wine business without getting boots on the ground and doing some due diligence.
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20 December 2024 | 4 replies
Yes, but you'll need a whole lot of "luck" and extensive knowledge and work ethic.
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19 December 2024 | 5 replies
Just meeting people and looking to connect for knowledge.
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16 December 2024 | 8 replies
You can check out his property walk-through videos on Instagram, Vimeo, and Facebook, and get insights into his knowledge on his Twin Cities Investing Show podcast.
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18 December 2024 | 4 replies
You’ll often see sales with 100-200% swings within the same area, which makes having deep local knowledge and understanding the nuances absolutely critical.I do this for a living, and even with experience, comping in Detroit can still be challenging.
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13 December 2024 | 32 replies
Each class you need to take is based on the required knowledge for the next class(s).
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20 December 2024 | 5 replies
However, I'd recommend discussing this with a knowledgeable mortgage broker to confirm the specfic terms based on your lender's guidelines.I once worked with a client who had a similar idea in San Diego.
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30 December 2024 | 819 replies
There certainly may be some loss aversion that drove Tyler's choice.