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20 August 2008 | 21 replies
Have you ever done rehab work before and understand the costs, any potential permits, etc.While you might save money doing it yourself, please calculate in the holding costs while working on the property that you might save by having it done by a professional as they do it better quality and faster!
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5 August 2008 | 25 replies
It is my sincere hopes that the real esate professionals take a long hard look at the changing market place and step out of the box.
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24 October 2008 | 36 replies
Use the professionals (including realtors). 20.
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2 September 2008 | 28 replies
Several weeks later after the guy paid me and moved in I drove by my old place and noticed an old Lincoln Continental in the drive with a personalized plate that said "freakshow" and A guy got out of the car who looked like a professional wrestler with long hair and tattoos, pretty intimidating....this was my new renter.
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16 September 2008 | 15 replies
They might appraise for less than replacement value, but by definition an appraisal is an opinion of worth by a professional disinterested party.
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22 August 2008 | 3 replies
Can I type this into a contract to make it look more professional than simply writing out?
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28 September 2008 | 7 replies
And, in turn, ask them what you could do to help them reach their goals (you will demonstrate your professionalism and good nature).
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17 February 2009 | 3 replies
I am a professional real estate investor from Denver Colorado.
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29 August 2008 | 4 replies
My goals are to network, learn, help, and partner up with other motivated investors and real estate professionals.
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3 September 2008 | 4 replies
Im hoping to build lasting professional relationships with members on the forum, as well as learn a few things.