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27 February 2024 | 6 replies
I really enjoy running the STR, providing great value for our guests and ensuring they have an excellent time.
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29 February 2024 | 8 replies
Provide the numbers and we can use the BRRR calculator from BP website to see the output.
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1 March 2024 | 8 replies
Buying real estate with financing allows leverage and provides a positive return on cash when the rent is higher than the expenses.What about the gains from the cash flow?
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29 February 2024 | 18 replies
To be fair with WealthAbility, I wanted to provide an update for the BP community - Within a couple days of my initial WealthAbility post on the BP forums I was contacted directly by WealthAbility.
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29 February 2024 | 24 replies
The value comes from the conversations ahead of time that minimize taxes by providing a framework strategy and an evolving pathway that changes with each conversation with your tax strategist and new deal that your investing career contemplates.
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2 March 2024 | 25 replies
Thank you both for providing your feedback!
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28 February 2024 | 9 replies
I definitely agree with you on making sure that the project is entertaining the ones my wife and I did.
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29 February 2024 | 8 replies
This could be through finding ways to increase the rent on your existing properties, taking on additional work, or finding other income streams.Reducing your current debt levels can also improve your DTI ratio.Improve Your Credit Score.Look into various financial institutions, including community banks, credit unions, and online lenders, which may have different criteria or offer programs for investors.Since portfolio lenders retain their loans in their own portfolios rather than selling them on the secondary market, they are able to provide greater flexibility.
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29 February 2024 | 7 replies
Provide cute, clean, comfortable places for guests.
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29 February 2024 | 6 replies
Does this provide an opportunity for me to further negotiate, if the bank re-opens negotiations?