17 September 2019 | 1 reply
These are questions that come to mind as I get the ball rolling and I try to understand REI.
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23 September 2019 | 11 replies
Smash weights or smash some balls.
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17 September 2019 | 3 replies
I would find a agent and/or a acquisition consultant you like to get the ball started as they should have a lot of contacts and ways to find deals.
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18 September 2019 | 3 replies
For contracting cost, you can contact some local contractors and have them ball park a few of the more common rehab items, such as flooring, painting, window replacement, etc.
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18 October 2019 | 70 replies
This was a safe investment, but it got the ball rolling.
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26 September 2019 | 14 replies
I'm not saying they did not drop the ball, but did you question not receiving inspections over six years?
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21 September 2019 | 4 replies
I’m interested in small multi family units, with the option of BRRRRing to keep the ball rolling.
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19 September 2019 | 7 replies
I look at what houses are selling at, what rental are renting for, and just generally try to keep my eye on the ball in the area I invest.
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24 September 2019 | 8 replies
I think investing is about getting base hits, taking advantage of the occasional home run, and minimizing strike outs.Keep the bat on the ball!
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20 September 2019 | 5 replies
@Steven GouldI agree with @David Abbate; the 1% rule is just a preliminary indicator if the rent vs the price is in the ball park.