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I've been focusing on wraps instead of rentals because I find that the margins here in the DFW area are really tough to cashflow for rentals (if you are conservative with reserves). Also property taxes go up so much a...
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Hi,I am trying to set myself a goal on how to get started in real estate. I am currently working a full time job and all I think about is real estate. I want something bigger for me and my family and since I was intro...
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I am seeing a spike in prices over the past 5 years in about 7 different areas of Pittsburgh. I try to focus on those areas but sometimes I feel its too late. I want to get there before the hype. I am trying to hone m...
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Should I hire a general contractor and do all the work? Or is it better to hire different contractors to do different work (painting, kitchen rehab, bathroom rehab, etc)? Also, should I buy materials from store or use...
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Wondering if anyone has used an investment property like Memphis investment properties to get into long term rentals. Any pros and cons you can share?ThanksKarla
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Greetings all and Happy 2013!
I am a first time investor based on Long Island. Living in the shadow of New York City and seeing the skyline as I was growing up, I dreamed of someday building one of those skyscrapers...
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Hi All,
Hope you're having a good week. Has anyone worked with CJ Real Estate in Kansas City: https://cjproperties.org/? They're a property management firm who's been managing units since 1987, according to their web...
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So I was curious what every one did after you successfully get someone evicted or do cash for keys or whatever. But if a tenant still owes you let’s say $5000 in between back rent and/or some damage to unit. Does anyo...
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Hello there, I'm currently looking into investing in the Durham and Raleigh area. I'm from the Northern Virginia so clearly I do not know anything about these areas (hence why I think they are very potentials). Could ...
In New Zealand, the price of real estate has shot up substantially. Despite talks of a slow down in mainstream media, I don't actually see this happening. I'm bullish on the price of real estate in New Zealand for the...