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Yvette Valencia First investment prop. But not 100% sure on the neighborhood
23 July 2019 | 89 replies
For starters, check crime reports at www.crimereports.com or www.neighborhoodscout.comand schools at www.greatschools.comand jobs and employment at www.city-data.comCheck with realtor that knows the market and see what their opinion is and what the vacancy rates are.
Derek McGillicuddy Renting to retired people
22 July 2019 | 6 replies
I check on past landlord history and have applicants provide verification of income -- bank statements showing direct deposits, statement of pension benefits, or signed employer verification form if still working, and contact landlords and employers before I have applicant pay tenant screening service directly for credit/background check. 
Jared Smith It's Time To Start Investing In Arizona!
20 July 2019 | 6 replies
Employment is expanding, population growth is solid, and wages are rising.
Jonathan Bombaci Building a team of Agents / Investors?
20 July 2019 | 4 replies
Just because something is working for you does not mean it will work for them.Realtors are a fickle bunch and will leave you if something goes wrong or they feel pushed into an uncomfortable area.The last bit of advice , agents are independent contractors and requiring them to be investors may pierce the independent contractor viel and open you up to being an employer at the least and a investment advisor at worst and not a team leader.
Arta Montero Preferred number of bedrooms per unit
21 July 2019 | 5 replies
As previously stated, the best strategy is to employ professional Property Management to help illuminate the particular property submarket an help flush out your business plan.
Stephanie Yi If you have 1m, where you would invest and how would you invest?
1 August 2019 | 37 replies
25% into a ladder cd set up for the next couple years. 50% invest into brokerage account. 25% i would look for a House in the southeast, small college town with a couple big industry employers and probably do a small 2/4 plex there.
Bob Drew Credit score slightly lower than 650 - Reject or Approve?
28 September 2019 | 8 replies
This has led to 0 vacancies and no late rent on our properties in 7 years.You can ask for paystubs and W-2s for most employed individuals.
Theresa Ortez Duplex Sacramento Bank Repo
14 August 2019 | 9 replies
@Mark Johnson Arden-Arcade area in Sacramento with close commute to downtown and large employers (Kaiser, Sutter & Mercy Hospitals).
Dwight S. First Investment FHA/House Hack/Conventional
23 July 2019 | 4 replies
Ok so Im self employed (own a car dealership) for tax purposes Im not showing that much income (35K) or so.
Troy Welch How do you know an area is renting?
25 July 2019 | 4 replies
but what if the area seems far from employment?