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What's usually the smallest amount to start investing? Like $1000 , $5000? I'm not looking to actually purchase myself but use a small amount to help finance.
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So far, I've always rented the apartments and homes I've lived in. Some of my goals for 2015 were to purchase my first home and begin my real estate investing career. I currently live in a house that is probably out o...
Kwikset SmartKeys Vs. Regular LocksAs a locksmith I have used and repaired Kwikset SmartKey locks. Occasionally folks ask me which type of lock I recommend, SmartKey locks or "regular" locks. My honest answer is that...
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Hi all i just recently bought my first rental property and finally have it all rented out! i was wondering what other people use for payment methods. I been using cash app and zelle that art connected to my business c...
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Hello,I am looking to buy my first rental property. I want to spend as little out of pocket as possible, and I am thinking that means I have to look out of the Chicago market and possibly out of state. Since this is m...
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I am wondering what is a typical budget for a live-in flip. I am planning on buying a primary residence that I can get as a decent fixer-upper. It can be move-in ready and could use some TLC to increase the value of t...
I've started learning REI and I stumbled upon a few threads talking about cash flow vs appreciation. One post on this thread here REALLY stood out by Minh Le."Cash-flow pays the bills. Appreciation makes you rich."Th...
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I have been reading as much as I can on series LLCs and was looking for some clarity around them. For context, I own a handful of rental properties and also work a W2 job. I am thinking a Delaware series LLC would be ...
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If not, can you recommend 1? Thanks.