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18 March 2021 | 3 replies
Jaron is right, don't fully dive right in without testing the water first.
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21 March 2021 | 4 replies
In my opinion, a CPA knowledgeable about the asset test rules is a better resource than an attorney in terms of ongoing compliance.
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19 March 2021 | 1 reply
Also, take as many practice tests as you can, as often as you can.
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6 June 2021 | 5 replies
Study study study on deals, it sounds like you may have a deal but yes the 10 years vacant is a huge red flag (buildings in this area for example have iron pipes that collapse when the units go vacant for extended periods and cost tens of thousands just for that, do a sewer scope test as part of your inspection!!!)
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25 January 2021 | 5 replies
The key point is to stress test your numbers in a range (say .5-1% spread).
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30 January 2021 | 2 replies
I've tested a few apps & none of them are that great & have completely different results, as I'm searching primarily for multi-family properties.
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25 January 2021 | 5 replies
Test it by paying for 2 appraisals -- one with and one without an active contract.
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27 January 2021 | 46 replies
But that will cover the sniff test and then you can decide.As others have mentioned unless things have radically changed in Memhpis a 140k house is a pretty good area and good house and should rent for that 1200 number.. or more not 950.. that's the first problem with your math.
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25 January 2021 | 6 replies
You can get a little kit from Home Depot and test it.
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26 January 2021 | 6 replies
Once that is complete, you will then be required to get testing done as well as fingerprinting and selecting your Broker to hand your license.