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26 February 2024 | 4 replies
(I understand that lending parameters change when using a business).
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26 February 2024 | 16 replies
I think the thing to remember is that housing rentals are a customer service business and sometimes you’ll have to spend more time with one building than another.
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27 February 2024 | 4 replies
Again nothing against the program but I believe there should be an actual INCENTIVE above these other applicants in order to get consideration.I can have a background and employment checked tenant in place in 2 business days start to finish so I need the section 8 process to be easier, faster and more profitable than that.They like to toute the whole "guaranteed" rent collection mantra but we all know that any good landlord with buttoned up processes who is worth is salt is not scared of NOT collecting rent.
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27 February 2024 | 43 replies
Yes, an inspection cost money (at least in my area $500-$600) dollars, but it is just the cost of doing business if you pay for it and decide to back out.
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26 February 2024 | 1 reply
That kind of integrity is what brings sellers and buyers back to you, time and again.The Smart Play: ReferralsSending a seller elsewhere might feel like you're giving up a piece of the pie, but it's actually a smart business move.
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26 February 2024 | 8 replies
Our plan for 2024 is to grow my new real estate business and continue to grow our portfolio.
26 February 2024 | 3 replies
I have to agree with David on this one... best to focus on your primary business first as being a good real estate photographer will certainly eat up your most valuable resource... time.
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26 February 2024 | 11 replies
@James Carlson I bought the policy through a brokerage that specialized in high-risk properties and businesses (like bars).
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24 February 2024 | 5 replies
But if you are trying to get sub2 with seller financing and go all in with no money in the deal, as I mention your chance of failure is significantly greater.
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27 February 2024 | 9 replies
You run a business not a charity.2.