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I've attended a few trustee sales at the court house steps and starting to recognize some of the regulars. The people who seem to be bidding on the majority of homes look just a couple steps above homeless. I'm not ju...
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After getting charged between 12-15% interest I finally connected with someone who has "their own money" rather then a traditional hard money lenders and companies. So rates and terms will be better.In the past - my o...
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I have a client who is looking to rent out their home but, is concerned about liability due to their pool. Does anyone know if there is some type of insurance or protection for landlords with a pool? Could the owner b...
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I just got my first property under contract here in DFW Texas. The issue is this property is a personal residence and owner occupied.
I assume like a good Realtor, I should not instruct the homeowners to move until ...
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Fannie Mae obviously tried to hide the fact that this house was infested by something domesticated or foreign. Normally, I'd tear it all out and recarpet or finish the hardwoods underneath. But it's new carpet, so I ...
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Hi All, quick question:I inherited a Manhattan apartment from a parent who was a NJ resident. I am executor of the estate and was named so in the state of NJ. I am now trying to transfer the apartment from the estate ...
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I have a buyer for my FSBO. They will rent for 6 months and then purchase. Asking all BP buddies if you have an approved Ohio Lease Option Form can you please share.I am in Mansfield Ohio if there are any fellow BP fr...
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My wife and I were scheduled to close on our first long term rental today, we have literally signed all the paperwork and then our title company goes to check that we have sent the closing costs to the bank to ensure ...
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Beware of Fraud and Scams in the Lending Industry: A Guide to Protecting Yourself
The lending industry, unfortunately, can be rife with fraud and scams. To safeguard yourself and your investments, it is crucial to co...
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As someone who manages short-term rentals, I've started using automation to help run things better. It's supposed to save a lot of time and make things less stressful. Have any of you tried using automation in your re...