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Erik K. How to learn from the gurus for FREE
31 July 2014 | 7 replies
I do return HD purchase if I don't use them, including tools. 
Rob Ringlehan Finding the first deal
31 July 2014 | 3 replies
Then logging them in a spreadsheet and look up the public and property records to see if they are REO's or possibly just starting the forclosure process.
Jay Hinrichs The 2% rule kills values
21 October 2017 | 211 replies
Good discussion:In most businesses (real estate, retail, wholesale mdse, etc.) there are those folks who work out a profit per deal and others that work out a percentage for profit margin.One is not better than the other--unless you are talking to an accountant (they always seem to prefer % of profit).People need to do what works for them -- if they've been around the block for a while.If they are a newbie--try to aim for as close to the 2% rule until you have a few years worth of your own data and track record to steer you one way or the other or just to right the ship a bit.Your numbers won't lie and then you can fit you own experiences into your own strategy--not anyone else's.Until then, I suggest playing it more conservatively.
Jack Slattery LLC Question
10 August 2014 | 12 replies
taxes and legal protection 2 separate things. the judge will ask : well show me that your LLC is not your alter ego but a legal entity separate from you.ok here it is : separate bank account, all properties are deeded under LLC, utilities under LLC, all contractor checks written on LLC, ADT set up under LLC, insurance policies under LLC. never comingled any personal funds with those that belong to your LLC etc etc..I simply acted as a manager of my LLC. so worst come to worst ...all your assets under your name should not be exposed of course, you personally will be named in any lawsuit that involved your LLC ...keeping your record straight will help judge to decide if indeed your LLC is a separate entityI have to run this by my CPA--> not sure CPA would risk his license explaining anything...this job belongs to asset protection/planning attorney. 
Ru Monsell Getting Title Insurance on land purchased at tax deed auction
4 July 2019 | 10 replies
Once the tax deed is of record a certain number of years, the marketability is cured.  9 years in Colorado. 
Pria H. Newbie needs advice on tenant harassment, please help!
3 August 2014 | 11 replies
They had texted her about it as it occurred, and when she didn't stop, they recorded and sent the recording to us in an email.  
Austin Lockard Does anyone use an answering service?
1 August 2014 | 7 replies
When I first started I let all of my calls go to a pre recorded voicemail...had a lot of hang ups and even the people who left a message I had a tough time getting them to answer again.
Andy Collins Great Reference, but the person giving it doesn't own a property
30 July 2014 | 2 replies
And always check the property tax records :)
Bryan H. Shower tile dilemma - what would you do?
1 August 2014 | 39 replies
About $150 at HD & an hour or so to install; they will make it to the exact size you need; just get an inexpensive Jeld-Wen window.  
Brad Tamm How to borrow money from friend wanting to invest
31 July 2014 | 6 replies
It is set up just like a bank were making the loan and it is recorded at the court house.