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8 January 2018 | 21 replies
when I first bought a fourplex I was scared to raise rents because I was afraid my tenants would move out.
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14 January 2018 | 29 replies
He's very disorganized, unfocused, opinionated, does not think outside the box, etc.To be honest, while he's a friend and he knows the ins and outs of a Brokerage, I can't see myself taking him on even as an Associate Broker because I'm afraid he can be reckless.That had me wondering if there are a lot of other Brokers out there that are similar.
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7 January 2018 | 4 replies
. -- Percentages are just decimals. if you can't agree between 3 & 3.5% don't be afraid to aim for 3%1/3, 3&1/4, etc.
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2 October 2018 | 26 replies
If you get creative and you aren’t afraid to rehab you can find good returns.
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8 January 2018 | 2 replies
Don't be afraid to ask questions and ask for help.
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13 January 2018 | 12 replies
Don't be afraid to ask for a lower origination fee or longer term, don't be afraid to go out and get quotes from multiple banks.We started out with community bank recourse loans, and refinanced to Freddie non recourse.
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11 January 2018 | 2 replies
Don't be afraid to negotiate!
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3 November 2021 | 13 replies
You can’t be afraid to take risks and learn as you go.
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3 January 2020 | 121 replies
So many people never buy their first property, but there really isn't anything to be afraid of if you know you're getting it at a good price.
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16 January 2018 | 2 replies
Step 1 was always find a mentor, me myself like to pick the brains of others.I will take your lession and guidance with me during my journey and any questions I will be specific and not afraid to ask.Thank You