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Hey guys and gals,
I know it might not be a huge deal but after checking out properties for over a year and making many offers, I finally had my first accepted! Duplex in Garfield, Bergen county. 2x 2/1 with a finish...
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Sharing our success after a highly successful first year from 0 to 26 units closed in under 10 months.
In early 2018 my brother @Ashton Levarek and I began educating on investing in real estate through podcasts, web...
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I am considering purchasing just south of Mass Ave in the South End. Those of you who know the area know it is a warzone line. But when will it gentrify I guess is the question? Anyone think it could be a good play fo...
I did a quick search in the forums and couldn't find a discussion about gentrification. I live in New York and this is a HUGE issue because basically the only "affordable" real estate is in primarily minority areas. T...
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Hello everyone!I'm about as much of a noob as you can be when it comes to real estate investing -- already though I'm contemplating the BRRRR route as an appropriate starting point in creating my portfolio. My questi...
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Economic Update
(Labor Day Edition)
This crazy bizarre year will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most challenging times of our lives. A worldwide pandemic, social distancing, facemasks, a recession, histori...
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I'm leaving in rented apartment in Fairfax County, Virginia. My apartment manager gave me notice to evacuate apartment. I visited rental office to discuss the extension of lease term but she upfront rejected extension...
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Is it a good idea to hold my properties in an LLC? Should I set up a seperate one for each property that I purchase?
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I am closing on our first long term rental. Any tips or rules to have in place is greatly appreciated!
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Occasionally we have applicants with service pets with a not from a physician. Wanted to hear what other management companies or landlords are doing. Thanks!