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There is a motel in my town that is somewhat my competition. Their sign by the road that's on top of a pole mentions color tv. An individual also put up an ad on Craigslist advertising rooms for rent specifically to...
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I have started my first Medium-Term rental in Massachusetts and am trying to figure out how to handle a security deposit. First of all, should I charge a security deposit? And if so, how much should I charge if the mo...
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Hi, I am a Real Estate student looking into investing in a new build single story duplex, triplex, or quad that would be marketed towards the elderly. There seems to be a discrepancy in the market with the amount of ...
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Analysis of 136 homes in two DC Metro counties held for 5 years.
Genesis of my curiosityAs a Realtor and investor for 10 years I often create my own theories of various market trends based on my own observations, e...
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We see a lot of posts related to leasing, screening tenants, increasing cash flows, analyzing investments, etc. - the positives of rental real estate. Sometimes we encounter situations or the unexpected that we have ...
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Hello All, so I have recently been looking into MTR in Chicago. I’m looking to get a condo 2bd/1bath or something similar near rush, Stroger/CC hospital, and UIC (not just looking to attract travel nurses I promise lo...
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Hello, has anyone converted their STR back into a LTR or a Mid term rental? Trying to evaluate if there is a niche demand for individual rooms or units in a zone where there is very high demand for long term rentals? ...
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I'm giving myself 90 days to my 1st investment. My niche will be midterm rentals for healthcare professionals. I am also a travel nurse. Any tips would be appreciated, thanks in advance.
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Hello,Happy New Year! I have two specific questions related to the Raleigh/Durham area as a potential OOS investor. 1. Why does everyone want to live in West Raleigh? (Cary, Morrisville, Apex)2. What is the area betwe...