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Has anyone ever taken extended time off (2-3 months) from their regular job to focus on their real estate venture? I'm interested in purchasing a multi family, that will require a good amount of work. After the purcha...
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I just contracted a house in a desirable location/schools that needs a lot of work. We are not scared of that, but got the home at what we feel is a great price and we thinking putting $100k in it will soar its ARV /...
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So I have bought my first 5 plex. And I would like some inspiration on how to improve cash flow. I will, however, try to make the thread as wide as possible, so that many people might find things that they can use. Th...
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I am a newbie investor/landlord and trying to understand the cost segregation aspect of owning. My understanding is this is the last year for 100% bonus depreciation (assume it relates to cost segregation?).1) Is a co...
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Hello BP, I just wanted to share some pics before/after of my latest remodel of a 3 family house in Hudson County, New Jersey. I renovated 2 out of 3 of the apartments ( 3rd unit was already renovated). Units are all ...
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There are two points in the investment process where you can reduce maintenance costs. The first is when you purchase a property. The second occurs when you renovate it.
Select Low Maintenance Cost Properties
The be...
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Investment Info:
Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment in Kettering.
Purchase price: $220,000
Cash invested: $70,000
Kettering 4plex fully occupied at purchase (turnover since then...
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My first and only rental property in East English Village has been underperforming since I acquired the property in 2019. I believe it can do well if renovated to attract higher quality tenants and rent at the market ...
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Hello BP!,We are looking for some advice on how to get the best appraisal possible on our home when being appraised for a HELOC. (We just don't want to miss anything that can help us get value)Right now the last thin...
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Hello, currently renovating the rental unit above my apartment. I don’t want to carpet because of installation costs and maintenance costs but i hear that it combined with good quality padding will help reduce soun...