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Hi all,I have a family member who entrusted me with 500k to invest in US real estate. I have an offer to buy a 1% Rule 4-plex (385k for 3800 monthly rent), which would use about 95k of the money and leave me with 405k...
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Hi All,Appreciate response from experienced rental income investors. Im in the process of learning the basics of RE investing (im a beginner): wondering, why is a cap-rate important ? DO lenders seek this info, even i...
I'm currently evaluating cities to for buy and hold opportunities. I understand that real estate is local; however, some cities may be more appealing than others. That said, I've currently narrowed my list down to M...
Prices rose 6.2% annually in October. As an investor this is extremely concerning.
I’m reading an article with expert analysis about inflation and what it means for commercial real estate. The author talks about som...
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I'm looking for a reliable property manager in the Metro Detroit area.Any suggestions?
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I want to increase liquidity to makes some deals. I have some stocks in a taxable investment account. I am considering using a Securities Backed Line of Credit to save myself from paying capital gains and selling when...
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I have an apartment that is set up as a 55+ complex historically but there is no deed restriction requiring it to be maintained as a 55+ complex. I am thinking of converting it to a regular apartment so rents can be ...
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Would you guys prefer putting your money in an index fund or mid risk (9-10% return) performing notes?Advantage I see of the notes is less volatility. Well, unless one gets behind.Advantage of stocks is less to think ...
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So as I prepare for closing on my first house hack (hooray!), I have been digging into various types of flooring to replace the current and disgusting carpet with. When it comes to prepping a home for renters, versus ...
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MARKET UPDATE - DECEMBER 2022
As volatile interest rates and inflation continues to affect housing affordability, buyers and sellers are becoming creative in their efforts to buy and sell real estate. Motivated buyer...