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I was born in a small town in Southern Illinois. And then I moved. About 27 times, which makes moving a non-issue to me.I bought my first condo in 1998, and very little remodeling increased the value 50%! Pocketing al...
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I've just recently taken over managing my properties from a property manager only to find smoke alarms chirping and no furnace filters changed out.....ever. I replaced batteries and filters in 2 units but I'm sure th...
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My business partner and I bought a property in April 2021 that has 6 duplex’s / 12 units. We have converted 4 units to ABB this far with the first unit online in October 2021 and the 5th to be online by September 1....
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After such a positive response from my first thread on the BRRRR model in Metro Detroit, I wanted to share a new strategy that I've successfully implemented into my business which will MAXIMIZE CASH FLOW from small Mu...
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Hi all! I am now exploring the idea of opening a bakery snack retail store. Currently in the process of looking for the perfect location. I have no experience in commercial terminology and seeking help from ...
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Anyone else active or getting into the Poconos for STR? My husband and I are looking to buy our first STR and targeted the Poconos since we live in the Philly area (about 2 hours away) and we've vacationed there dozen...
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I am under contract on a quadplex near a university that is 4 hour drive from me. After speaking with some property managers, I'm realizing they really know how to tack on the fees... 10% (expected) of all revenues, 1...
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I recently purchased my first out of state investment property in PA. I am currently having my handyman fix up the property & I am replacing the heating system from oil to electrical. Since I live in Miami &...
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I suppose I would be conserned if I had a vacant property that I couldn't check on often.
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Miami activist moves people into foreclosed houses...
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I have a spigot on the outside of my building, and the residents of the building next door keep stealing my water, despite having access to a spigot of their own. I have come up to the building multiple times to find ...