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In the intricate world of real estate investment, striking a delicate balance between profitability and tenant appeal is crucial for success. As a realtor with a unique blend of hands-on experience, including personal...
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Investors want to work with someone they can trust, someone who exudes reliability. That's why you need to build a brand that screams, "Hey, I'm the real deal!"
I've been there, done that, and let me tell you, a stro...
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My first property was a "second home" mortgage with 15% down. I've since refinanced that loan and bought additional properties with standard 20%-down "investment" mortgages. The question is, when (if ever) can I say, ...
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Are there any specific rules for saving/Accounting for Capital expenditures? I want to get a better understanding of how much should be put aside each month for Cap Ex. Also if it is possible is there an example that ...
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As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, understanding and mitigating risks is crucial. But what are the biggest risks we face in today's market? And more importantly, how do seasoned pros deal with ...
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In an effort to motivate my fellow Baltimorean investors to get out there and revitalize the city, here's a deal from 2015. Based on a person-to-person referral, the duplex (the unit on the left) was bought from an in...
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Hey everyone,
I'm at a crossroads in deciding how to form my LLC and could use some insights from the community here. I've considered using ZenBusiness or consulting a local attorney for the formation process. Here's...
We have had our home with a property manager for the past 6 years. We told them in February that we were discontinuing our contract with them because we wanted to sell the property. The tenant moved out 5/31. We ar...
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Hi! My two partners and I are trying to transfer the title of our investment property to an LLC, while maintaining the same loan. For background, only 2 of the 3 partners are on the loan and title. However, all 3 part...
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When it comes to property analysis, I never miss the critical step of physically inspecting each property. I believe in taking matters into my own hands by strolling around the property alone to have a firsthand look ...