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Hi guys! I can afford a 700K home with 25% down on a 6.5% interest rate. I'm comparing this to investing in an ETF fund, which in the long term averages out to 10% returns per year. 25% down plus all all the closing c...
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I believe you do your own management and maintenance. How does that affect your expense ratio? Does that take it down to 40 or 35% on average??
Also, is there any maintenance/repairs/improvements that you never do yo...
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I was wondering if anyone can give some input on Capitalization Rates. how do you determine your area rate. I'm finding that one block might be 6% and another block could be 12% can any one tell me their thoughts on w...
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Hi All, I am extra excited to learn & earn. I am new to RE, however, I have been "researching" how wholesaling works. So far, it seems that I am asking all the wrong people all the right questions. I need knowled...
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Hello, My Name is CJ. Houston, TX Is the 4th largest city in America, only preceded by Chicago IL, Los Angelas CA, and of course Rome its self New York, New York!
I am moving to Houston in about two months fo...
I was curious what people thought about my plan to house hack with physician loans and move every two years while keeping every property to acquire 4-5 properties by the time I’m 35. I’m 28 now and about to obtain our...
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I've always gone back and forth between going direct to a listing agent and using a broker. On small purchases, I think it's useful to use a broker only because it generally makes the communication/process easier and ...
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Good Day all,I have a property in Macon GA , a 1/4 acre of land with a house and a shed (brick foundation, wooden frame). I'm considering converting the shed into a DADU to maximize the use of the space and earn some...
I recently decided to educate myself in regards to investing in rental properties. After inquiring about the NOI and a few other details on a 16 unit apartment building in Newport News, I was contacted by an agent who...
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My mom is 60 years old, single, and does not make much money as a private school teacher. Luckily she has her house paid for, and I estimate it is worth $250-300K in it's current state. How would you help her earn add...