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There are positives and negatives of both systemsValue Add Positives:1. Cheaper acquisition price2. Greater ability to force appreciation.3. You get to pick the maintenance that you do, and you know what major mechani...
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A little heads up from our local realtor association “The City Council on June 3 postponed a public hearing and vote on the SAFE Housing Tenant Protections, which would mandate several measures meant to protect tenant...
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I am evaluating a 75 unit apartment complex (2 buildings) with 2 boilers that heat the units. The owners currently pays gas bills and the expenses are very high. I am considering converting the units to individual fur...
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Coming up on my next deal. I'm in negotiations and I am looking for the best way to approach it. I am short by about $50,000 to purchase the property. I have found ways to raise the capital. The internal debate is whi...
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Individuals can find many different opportunities to earn income in real estate because it will never go out of style. It is always has a vast potential income-generating asset and provides a better return. Real estat...
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Hello all,I am moving to San Antonio to attend school for 4 years. I am purchasing my first house and had the idea that this can be the start of my real estate investing endeavor! I am excited, but often times I get s...
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hi, I'm from Sacramento ca, I'm new to the community and new to the real estate vision. I'm highly motivated to learn more and very excited even when taking in account the "new toy" feelings of new opportunity. I pla...
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Hello BP!Are there any skip trace software you guys recommend that is accurate to do an address reverse look up? Do you know property radar’s app is accurate with the homeowner’s cell phone number and mailing addresses?
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Just bought a condo yesterday, upon closing it was disclosed that the HOA did not cover insurance (outside the studs) which is typically covered and is a substantial amount in the Texas Gulf Coast. Both the title comp...
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Does anyone have a good link to how to deduct from w2 income using real estate “losses”. I understand it mostly but I need my wife to more and I can’t get her on board, I’m trying to convince my wife it’d be worth her...