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10 July 2024 | 3 replies
Renters have alot more options on the market now than 2 years ago.
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7 July 2024 | 2 replies
Whilst I run to get my real estate license for the MLS I wanted to get somewhat of a feel for the market, what better way to do that then ask someone who's already invested.
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10 July 2024 | 34 replies
I think what is becoming more and more important is having a solid investment thesis and understanding of your target market and the value proposition you are offering to your customers through your properties.
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10 July 2024 | 2 replies
Hit me up if you want to chat in depth about the market!
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12 July 2024 | 11 replies
@Shannon L Fogarty I’m personally a fan of working with local lenders who know all the nuances of their market and how to get deals done.
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10 July 2024 | 4 replies
Initially, we plan to invest in lower-risk opportunities such as arbitrage to gain a better understanding of the market.
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10 July 2024 | 35 replies
But I know that I've never seen a property sell at auction in our market that was any where near enough of a deal to really whole saleAlso- you're buying the house outright with cash, IF you found a killer deal then I think you'd actually have to close then re-sell to an investor.
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11 July 2024 | 10 replies
We use it on properties bought off market, but it can be used with turnkey or MLS properties as well.
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10 July 2024 | 2 replies
A beautiful property that has been successful so far in its first year on the market.
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10 July 2024 | 6 replies
@Jessica PerkinsTo make real estate a significant part of your retirement plan, leverage your experience in managing mid-term and short-term rentals, ensure your rental income is well-documented, research local market trends, and explore financing options.