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I think I want to start investing in multi family homes. Like a duplex. Where are people looking to find good deals? Also if I don't have a huge cash amount for down payment, would hard money lender be better?
Good day all, I am looking into my first house hack (duplex) and I would love to know what are some of the best locations to do it in. I currently live in south Florida, the market is on the higher end here. I am ope...
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What data and research do you do to identify appreciating property locations?
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I have an opportunity to buy a multi unit on the south side of Chicago in either Woodlawn or South Shore. If you had to choose base on location, which area would you look at first? Of course cost, they both are arou...
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Is the followed locations function currently down?
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The followed locations feature does not seem to be working. I follow several local areas and the site tells me that I am not following any locations. Anyone else having issues?
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Investment Info:
Townhouse buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $800,000
Cash invested: $160,000
Stunning turn-key townhome featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the entire space in nat...
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I'm new to real estate. My rookie brain would like to pick 3-5 areas to purchase STRs that compliment each other so that one area is cash flowing when the other is not. Like a summer beach house and a winter cabin. Is...
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Where are god areas and how do I know where to put up storage units? Looking for good locations
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Im looking into purchasing properties in Indiana (East Chicago, Hammond), Vegas, and or New Orleans. Are either of these considered landlord UNFRIENDLY locations like it is here in Chicago, Illinois?