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I currently live in a Duplex that we house hack, living in one unit and renting the other. This was purchased in December 2023 and I am trying to Tax plan for the coming year.1. I have heard from others that you shoul...
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I use Crestcore in Memphis, TN. Not a very responsive company. I wonder if it's normal for them to request and hold a minimum amount in my account for repairs. At least that's what they claim as the purpose. I am n...
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We are considering purchasing an office space. We have multi family units - so this is new for us. A local commercial real estate agent charges 6% of the total 36 month lease. This is a brand new unit. Does this seem ...
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With offers on REO properties, is it more common or less common for investors to include an inspection contingency. In other words do most investors want one or do they forgo it or would it depend on the property?I as...
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Hello, I have a 2 bed 1.5bath townhouse for sale and would like your opinion on price, marketing, etc. These are the specs:...
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Hello! My wife and I are moving to Maryland soon! We are looking to buy a home on the VA loan in either Hagerstown, Frederick, Or Waynesboro PA. (More than likely Hagerstown). Wondering about Mello Roos, are they comm...
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Does anyone have a set of rules you might include in (or with) a lease agreement? I want to clearly specifiy when to call me and for what reasons for maintenance, repairs, etc.
This would be for a NJ property if tha...
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I'm fully aware that selecting the best strategy in investing is totatally dependent upon each individuals circumstances. But some advice from you guys would really help develop my plan of attack. I'm also sure it wou...
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I have a rental two unit building which has a main entrance door that tenants tend NOT to shut because the door opens either by key or someone physically opening it from inside which is a hassle for the the upstairs t...
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Both of these markets are rising, and seem expensive. What criteria should I look for in properties in this price range (other than cashflow)? Looking to hold and flip.