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18 April 2024 | 43 replies
It's a great way to get a foot in the door and it provides more lending options as well if you owner-occupy.
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18 April 2024 | 4 replies
I have tried calling the number that you provided but it was not in service.
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18 April 2024 | 6 replies
Spring, located to the north of Houston, provides a mix of suburban and rural settings, catering to a variety of rental markets.Cypress is a bustling area with great schools, planned neighborhoods, and amenities.
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18 April 2024 | 13 replies
HIJust started new investor looking for investor friendly title company in the the area saw your post on bigger pocket just joined them as well I was wondering if you can send me your rep there thanking you in advanceps any words of wisdom you can provide in talking with them will mostly be appricated
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18 April 2024 | 2 replies
It's also recommended to talk to lenders about any potential impacts on financing or loan terms when forming an LLC.A revocable living trust can provide benefits for estate planning and asset management, but it may not offer the same level of liability protection.
18 April 2024 | 41 replies
Find a financially secure bank.
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16 April 2024 | 1 reply
Your strategy of converting the garage into an additional dwelling unit (ADU) and using the property for short-term rentals (STRs) sounds like it has paid off well, especially given the unique aspects of the property and its location.Your approach to identifying a unique investment opportunity that was overlooked by others, and your patience in securing the right deal, are key takeaways for anyone looking to invest in real estate.
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17 April 2024 | 4 replies
When you reach the age of 19, it's important to have a reliable source of income, be able to provide a down payment of around 15% to 20%, and maintain a good credit score and debt-to-income ratio in order to be eligible for a mortgage loan.
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17 April 2024 | 5 replies
Here are some of the highlights: quickly set up bank accounts for each property and sub-accounts under those for things like security deposits and CapEx; virtual credit cards tied to each property; quick transfer of funds; ability to send money back and forth to tenants (some platforms are for collection only but won't let you send your refundable deposits back to your tenants); easily categorize every transaction into IRS Schedule E categories for reporting taxes; ability to split transactions; tenant management from vetting to drafting lease agreements to collecting rent.
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17 April 2024 | 3 replies
I'd have to double the security deposit, raise the rent by 20%, and double the cleaning fee to even make it worth considering-- which I would if people were willing to pay but the market doesn't support those prices.