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I am currently working on a cash out refi on one of my rental properties, and I'm looking to use the money to get in to short term rentals. Everyone seems to have nothing but good things to say about Gatlinburg/Pigeon...
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So first 4 family property owner here. I purchased last month and just got my first electric and gas bill. Let's just say wallet shock doesnt cover it. To break down the tldr, apparently I used 23.59 in gas last month...
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Does anyone have experience converting old Bed and Breakfasts into vacation rentals? I am seeing a few opportunities to pursue this strategy and wondering if anyone else has done it. My thought is: buy an old B&B,...
My husband and I purchased land in an area of Mexico we've been coming too for a long time. His parents have a home next door, so we are super familiar with the area and the potential of the area. The area is booming ...
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Hello BP Members, taxes. Hope everyone is doing well. I have noticed the Chiago property taxes have gone up significantly. I noticed that the multi-unit bldgs in my portfolio saw a much higher increase in property tax...
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So I have been thinkin and now my head hurts. But, I got something out of it that landlords might be interested in. I come from the industrial construction field. You know oil refineries and chemical plants and steel ...
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What essential amenities do you offer in your short-term rental to ensure guests have a memorable stay? Let's exchange tips and ideas, from high-speed Wi-Fi to thoughtful amenities. Share here your favorite amenities ...
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I always get a lot of questions about how to handle the money so I'd like to go over a few of the basics.
- Touching the Money
Sometimes when people hear the kind of interest I pay they will get so excited about loa...
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I've recently purchased a 15 unit building that was originally built to be an assisted living facility. The previous owner started renting out the units like apartments and that is how it is being ran today. Over the ...
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all,By chance I met a Reo realtor... it has been great... Since he knows that I close and decide fast on a property (I purchased 3 from him so far), if he thinks bank gives him a listing at a price that works for me, ...