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I am new investor and would like to pick the brain of folks who invest in real estate. I am particularly interested in understanding what criteria folks use to identify the the potential markets that they invest in.
State Rep Walle (whom I’m not familiar with) has put forth a bill that would change landlord tenant law in Texas and give people much more protection. I’m sure every landlord in the state will complain and hopefully t...
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Hi, everyone. This question is for the landlords out there.I am a total newbie to real estate investment and I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for how to choose a property manager. I will be the landl...
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I can’t find any decent deals in IL!! So frustrating! Anybody having the same issue??
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HB 1236 is being discussed in Senate soon. Here is a post on SeattleTimes summarizing the bill. Here are my thoughts on it. I wonder what other perspectives folks have? Does it make it harder to rent now?Pros- Puts mo...
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Hi Group-
I've been reading and saving diligently to make my first transaction. My investment goal is to secure some passive income through real estate on a cash flow basis. I have focused my studies on residential ...
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How do you guys feel about purchasing a property that has a tenant already renting it? I am going to purchase my first investment property in Jax in the next two months, and I met with a realtor yesterday. She asked m...
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Looking for some advice.Okay soooo, My wife and I live in WA state. I really got into learning about REI about 1 year ago. Since then, we acquired 3 SF rentals in Ohio. We sold one so now we have 2 with tenants in pla...
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Here's my monthly update through June! This is for the Midwest Real Estate Data/connectMLS coverage area of northeastern Illinois. Read below
Supply – record lows- There were 30% fewer homes listed this June compare...
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I understand this rule and why I must use it. BUT, is there any other criteria that should be consider? Do I ever go down to 1.75% or say (rent x 55) for example? OR is this the 2% the minimal I should ever use.
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