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Anyone recommend a good contractor in Chicago? Preferably one that has worked with out-of-state investors. Thank you in advance!
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Navigating Opportunities: Starting Your Own Private Money Brokerage for Real Estate Investors
Introduction:
In the dynamic world of real estate investing, access to capital plays a crucial role in turning opportunit...
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Are you a New York landlord looking to enhance your rental property's success while making a positive impact on the community? Look no further! In this blog post, we'll explore the remarkable benefits of renting to Ci...
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A sale contract can be voided, at the seller's discretion, if the seller was "unduly influenced" by the buyer. As I understand it, "insufficient consideration" (e.g., purchase price well below market value) alone can...
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Similar to like Airbnb / short term rental, are there more options related to real estate investment, which can help with tax deduction (i.e w2 income ) what other strategies helping you ? (not looking for passive ...
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Hi there,I currently own 2 investment properties. I am currently investigating taking a cash out refinance on one to fund my next purchase. What kind of calculations should I use to determine whether or not this is ...
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I have someone looking to straight option me their home for $164,900. I have found about 7 potential RETAIL buyers who will pay $172,000. I plan on having the seller buy me out of my option and collect my fee as a li...
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I recently received an application from a potential tenant, who wants the following:(1) Rent for three years (maximum allowed by my state) and pay the first year up front(2) The first right of refusal to purchase the ...
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Hi there! Looking for some advice, so I'll try to provide as much info as possible. My fiancée and I purchased our first home in 2017, and accidentally stumbled into about $125,000 of equity with it. It was a foreclos...
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A buddy of mine who owns a few investment properties said to me recently he's had heaps of people enquiring with him about "corporate lease contracts" on his long-term rental listed on Zillow. This made us wonder if "...