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I am looking to close a 4 unit property very soon with a close family friend. We know the risks in getting involved with family/friends but we don't care right now. That said, we want to be smart and get everything do...
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cc: @James Hamling So today is very interesting. Job market is extremely robust that we add 300k jobs than 150k predicted job. In theory this should not be good news because then Fed would have reason to keep the inte...
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We are looking at a house (a long term hold) to purchase. I found out that it is in a flood zone. Would you buy it ? I would appreciate any feedback against of for buying it.
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So if I've got $80k cash, should I....A. find a discounted property (in my market) to repair, get rented, refinanced, and repeat (BRRRR it's cold!)
or B. Find 4 turnkey rentals (open to any U.S. market) for up to $10...
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Hello,Preface: I have no lending experience, looking for recommendations on how to protect myself with a loan for a flipI connected with a guy who seems to be a "straight shooter" with experience doing flips, kids in ...
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Increasing cash flow from your properties is essential for maximizing the returns on your real estate investment. Here are some ways to increase cash flow from your properties:
1.Raise rent: Regularly reviewing and i...
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Hi everyone! Is it a good idea to cash out refinance my free and clear rental properties for about 70-80% LTV, and use the cash to buy my next primary home? The purpose is to lessen equity in rental properties, take a...
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I'm trying to understand the reasons....pros/cons.... to requiring occupants 19+ years or older to fill out application? In my state you have to be 19+ years of age or older to enter into a legally binding contract. I...
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I’m considering buying an STR property with a land contract (also known as an executory contract or contract for deed) with 0% interest payments … meaning each payment would be pure principal pay down. No interest exp...
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Hi. I understand the pros and cons in general of LLCs. I know often times people on this forum say they are unnecessary and don't always protect against liability and just get a good umbrella policy. That said, I d...