I'm new and just trying to get my feet wet. Can someone let me know what is the first thing I should know?
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I was wondering about how to analyze a property’s value when it comes to appraisals or how I should be using appraisals as info. What’s the difference between a tax appraisal and (I’m not sure what to call it) a marke...
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I am considering purchasing a duplex in my area (columbus, ohio) and eventually converting it into 2 condos (each side separate). This is pretty popular in my area and I think it makes financial sense.
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When you house hack, how serious do you have to be about living in the location? Could you live at the house and somewhere else? Does it have to be 6 months and a day? Do I just have to leave a room open?
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Hi Guys,We have a 5-family property that has 2 section 8 tenants (inherited but good people). Rents have stayed the same for 3+ years. How can I raise the rents? By that I mean-how do I get section 8 to pay more? ...
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I think it's a good idea to save for all of these things. But does this money just sit in a bank account waiting for disaster to strike? lol. Or do you eventually save a specific about of money depending on the house...
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We’ve got a new approach for home finance: equity sharing.Homebuyers can get a lift from investors in making a down payment on a house.Homeowners can access equity in their home by selling a portion of their equity. T...
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NEW INVESTOR QUESTION. So I purchased my first primary residence last November. My equity in the home has jumped a lot and I am thinking of doing a heloc to buy an investment property. I am stuck because should I full...
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What are the best sources to find sources or properties to take over where I wouldn’t need financing. Such as taking over an existing loan, paying off current Liens etc. do you guys have a certain source for that or i...
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Hi everyone,I'm severely new to real estate investing and and ran into an unknown. For instance, I found a duplex listed on the MLS but would rather not use any of my own money for a down payment. I understand the bas...