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Hi all, I am an new investor and have been looking in the Milwaukee market to start my real estate portfolio. Does anyone have any information on how the market is? I am looking to buy and hold.Any information would b...
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A Closer Look to Broward Single Family Homes
Closed Sales: In June 2024, Broward County witnessed 1,138 closed sales of single-family homes, reflecting a 9.4% drop from 1,256 sales in June 2023. This dip is just a pa...
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Palm Beach Real Estate: A Closer Look at June 2024
Single Family Homes: A Dynamic Market
Closed Sales: Palm Beach experienced 1,269 closed sales of single-family homes in June 2024, an 11.13% drop from June 2023's 1...
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A Closer Look to Miami Single Family Homes in Miami Dade
Closed Sales: In June 2024, Miami had 966 closed sales of single-family homes, just a bit lower than the 1,004 sales in June 2023. This 3.8% decrease is a gent...
Hello BP!What are some key indicators that you look for when deciding on a city to invest in? These metrics can be things such as positive population growth, low crime rate, education/school proximity, etc.I appreciat...
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Any tips anyone can share on how to find a reputable and trust-worthy contractor and/or a lawyer who can write up less riskier work contracts?
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Hi y'all I'm a multifamily, value add buy & hold investor in Austin, wanted to see your opinion on providing appliances in regards to rentals.1. Do you like to provide appliances? If so which ones, why, in what cl...
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We must choose an investment that is reliable and has high positive returns. Property investment remains a top-of-mind option.
Real estate value appreciates naturally. Property price surges up because it has a functi...
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Hi there,Closing on our first rental income property on Monday. Currently working on structuring a lease, checking our legal rules and working on marketing. I'm a full time supply chain analyst so this is a side pro...
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Hi BP!Do any of y’all provide your contractors with contracts before they begin work?If so, where/how did you find, design, and draft this?