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I wanted to provide an update on our vacation rental after a full year placing the listing into service. We purchased the property in October 2021 for $459,000 and completed a roughly $25,000 renovation. Furnishings t...
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We are evaluating our first buy and hold.. a little 700 sq ft 2/1 bungalow. It will need quite a bit in repairs, but we have zero experiencing in estimating costs of repairs.
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I’m intrigued by solar panels and if this is an opportunity to add value to my property as well as increase monthly income. However, I really don’t know anything about them and am relatively new to being a landlord, ...
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Would like to get people familiar with the area's take on properties east of N New Braunfels Ave on the East side of San Antonio. Right now it is a rough area. With all the activity in Dignowity I was wondering if i...
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Locally there are not a lot of multi family units. So I’ve been focusing on single family homes. Generally I’m trying to find a “general” price for a decent home (whether it is done, or needs work). I can find nice 2 ...
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Just wanted to take a moment to introduce myself. My name is Micheal, I am studying to become a Realtor and I live in Dallas, Texas with my Realtor fiancee, Heather. We have NEVER purchased a home in our life, but bec...
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Hoping to learn as much as I can about vacation rentals. Can anyone suggest a book, article, podcast . . . ? Thank you
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Has anyone in unincorporated areas of San Diego County (Fallbrook, Bonsall, Valley Center, etc.) ever applied for/been approved for dividing your lot? We know SB9 is right around the corner, which will allow homeowne...
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I'll try to keep this short. Husband and I both 48. Plan to retire at 55 for sure. We plan to have 8 sf rentals by then (currently have 5 bought within the last 2 years.) Each cash flows AFTER all expenses (including...
Hi everyone,I am looking for any insights on the market in Hampton Roads. I am looking to purchase a sfh but am confused by the market. I see foreclosures needing renovation going at or above market value. But I fi...