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I am using Cozy.co to do my background checks among other things. While the credit check normally comes out instantly the background checks are taking up-to 5 days (for someone with past issues). Cozy.co uses another ...
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Hello,
What is everyone's thoughts on using cash vs HML (9-12% with 2-3 points)?
Much easier to make cash deals work (from acquiring properties easier to having a lot more room for margin).
Seems like you are doi...
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Some questions for those of you already involved in this business:
1. How many hours per month do you estimate you spend managing your own property? (example: one 4plex)
2. What percentage of your tenants stay at le...
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Hi,
I am just getting ready to start. My interest is in buying rentals (single family homes, condos) in southwest Florida (Naples, Estero, Bonita Springs).
I wondered if there are people on here with experience in ...
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Zillow rolled out a "test" in 2 markets recently in Las Vegas and Orlando. Simply put they give sellers the option to review up to 15 instant offers from investors they have lined up. A CMA is also provided from a l...
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Please help me with my first offer for an apartment building: Subject: Six Unit Apartment building on the market for $800K. Only three of the six units are occupied. I believe I can get $1,000 for each unit after some...
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Hello, I'm new here and new to REI in general. I've been starting out by looking at MLS properties near me to get a feel for things in my area. I've found a few properties which seem good to me on paper, but I would...
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I was thinking about testing some FB ads, using some "we buy houses for cash" type messaging. I'm curious if anyone else has tested this and seen any notable results?
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Hi everyone:FIrst thank you to all who post and mentor those like myself who are new and ambitious to achieve our financial goals through RI. I was wondering if anyone could provide some insight into college rentals....
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I am fairly new to BP but just wanted to share that my offer on investment property number 2 was just accepted today! I haven't closed yet and I know I'm counting my chickens too soon, but I'm excited to have jumped ...