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What characteristics do you look for in a new market? Low property taxes? Low crime? Low unemployment? Blue collar? Sunny and warm? Major city? Small town?
Hey everyone, happy new year. I'm a long time reader, but don't post often. I live in Stratford, Connecticut since 2016 and the town has changed so much. Since 2020, there is a constant flow of New Yorkers buying flip...
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I am a new investor looking to make my first deal, since I live in a small market (Tucson, AZ) I am now looking to invest out of state. I am looking to buy and hold tri/fourplexes. I came across Milwaukee Michigan and...
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Yeah, I understand, you've heard it countless times. "The location plays a crucial role in determining the success of an investment." Believe me; it's no laughing matter. The importance of selecting the right location...
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Having a strategy that capitalizes in the hype of AI can lead to big profits. Acquiring land in Virginia and South Carolina where Data Centers are most populous seems like a winning strategy.
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I have thought about investing in more outskirt areas. Does anyone use a population/demographic formula in deciding what those numbers need to be to weigh in on ability to attract quality tenants?My concern is if the ...
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Does anyone know when the 2019 net migration number is going to come out? I want to make sure population and jobs are continuing to grow for my market (Indianapolis, Indiana)...
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Hi all!My goal is to invest in 2-3 multi-family properties (duplex, 3, or quad) in the next 3-6 months with the goal of achieving good cash flow and starting a portfolio. I'd like properties with low upfront reno requ...
I know a lot of BP members invest in these areas. The COC returns look great, but does the population loss worry you in regards to future rental demand? If not why? I'd love to hear some impute from the Ohio investors...
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Hi BP -
What formulas/methods are people using to figure out what towns to concentrate marketing efforts within? Is it a shot in the dark? Or are there some metrics I should look at that will tell me a certai...