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Finally decided to do my first direct mail campaign because I can't find any good deals on the MLS. Seems like any time there is a half way decent deal, something I would still try to get knocked down a good 15%, it h...
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I've gotten so many investors asking me what areas, neighborhoods, ZIP codes I've worked in, it's ridiculous. STOP DOING THAT TO PEOPLE.Do people have no shame when they are essentially trying to drink from the same w...
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Hey guys,
I’m thinking of going in on a duplex in a great, growing area of Fort Myers, FL. $380k, 2003 build, $30k of CapEx (paint, roof, AC, water heater), $3,300 monthly rent, $500 cash flow, 5% CoC return with a ...
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according to CNBC, however in my market with the current low interest rates I don't see it that way. What does your market tell you?http://www.cnbc.com/2017/04/07/heres-how-much-more-it-costs-to-own-vs-rent-a-home-in...
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I'm currently analyzing the two 4-plexes below. Even if they both check out, I will buy one or the other, not both.
FOUR-PLEX #1 - $125,000
All heating units less than 7 yrs old. Roof replaced 5 yrs ago.
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Hello! I've put together a portfolio KPI calculator for our properties and am now realizing that I'm unclear on the best definition of "return" to use in calculations for things like Return on Equity (ROE) and Return ...
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I just watched a video today about a company called 101 financial. Most of it was basic stuff about how banks make money off our money etc. But there was something very interesting technique the company founder (Alan ...
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Can of worms being opened? Yes, I know ... sorry. But I do have what I believe to be a legitimate question and hope to get some honest feedback.Now, I know there are lower cost options on buying rental properties. You...
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I live in Los Angeles and completely priced of this market. I'm having a hard time finding a good out of state location. My friend lives in AZ and suggested Downtown Phoenix. She said there are several districts there...