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I don't run into these very often, but honestly you never know when you're going to run into something like this, so it's always best to be careful. I always have a flashlight, pocket knife, small multitool and I als...
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Just recently I bought this property in Chicago and it needs some work in order to make it rentable. It will probably cost me $100K to renovate the whole place and rent it as is and keep it long term ...
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What are some ideas if you got to the point, you purchase your first buy & hold rental, your plan was to brrrr but you’ve ran out of money doing the repairs getting it rent ready , your 2 months in & things ar...
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Greetings BP!!So, I am currently residing with my family in a 2/2 townhouse in Huntsville, Tx. We are currently working on getting our former primary residence sold in Spring (N. Houston), and when that closes, we wi...
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Most people start by finding a “deal.” “Deals” are usually low-cost properties.
Buying property based on price or initial return leaves a lot to chance. What do I mean by that?
Below is an illustration showing what ...
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I know this may sound crazy but I found a great deal in a growing neighborhood. I was advised by an investor to ask a family member for a hard loan to be able to flip my first property and possibly split the profits (...
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Fix and flip real estate investing can be lucrative, but it's not without risks and challenges. Understanding and avoiding common mistakes can significantly increase your chances of success. Here are some key points t...
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The area I am speaking to, is Colorado and 9th or "9+CO" as it's called. This development stretches from 8th avenue up to 11th avenue on the east side of Colorado Blvd.This area started off by tearing down several bu...
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How important is it? I've got a cash closing on a house built early 1970s. Honestly it seems like a waste of $300. Opinions? I need to decide soon as closing is 5/17.
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My wife and I are certain future real estate investors who would love to enter the market sometime within the next 1-4 years and acquire our first rental property. We both are drawn to either single family long term r...