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Given the uptick in the real estate market and strong demand for rentals, the concern I currently have is... are we making purchase decision based on the current strong rental demand, and eventually the tide will s...
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One of my properties I have amazing tenants; granted I do many nice things for them in return but they are amazing nonetheless.
As an example they gave us a hand made gift basket for Christmas with candles, body loti...
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As many of you know, Proposition 10 is on the ballot for November, and if passed, it would repeal Costa-Hawkins which significantly prevents individual cities from imposing rent control. It is shaping up to be a majo...
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Are there short-term rental investors in North Carolina on this platform? I would love to hear your insights.I am a newbie investor looking for a large single family properties (5+ bedrooms mostly for family/friends/c...
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I was the high bid on a tax deed in a condo-hotel in Florida. I'm not really sure how that happened since there is a significant lien both from the condo association and the mortgage company. Both liens disappear si...
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What is a safer bet, investing in commercial buildings, or investing in residential properties. If you become a local landlord to shops in a town, would that be better then if you had homes there?
Thank you.
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I know BP is mostly for RE, but does anyone here also invest in any franchises? Seems like it could be as profitable if not more as a Re investment. Also, could be a good way to diversify your investments and not pu...
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As we are now 8 weeks into the year, have you bought a note (or CFD)? If not what is holding you back. Have you found a mentor to work with to assist you on what is holding you back?
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Although I started in real estate some 20 years ago, I have been watching a wide variety of webinars recently, seeing if there are truly useful ideas out there
So far, these are some thoughts I have:
- Value - many ...
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I am currently in a BINDING contract with a SELLER of a residential piece of property an I am the BUYER for the sum of $20,000.00. The contract is seasoned, and is sitting at a Title company ready to close. There is a...