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What is the best way for a new landlord to screen a tenant's credit, financials, and background for free?We are new landlords searching for a first tenants and want to start off right.
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I bought a house last year and I went through 20+ lenders. I did all the calling around, even to lots of different brokers. The more I called, the better deal I kept finding. How come none of the brokers found the bes...
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A few years back I tested the real estate investment waters; since my father had enjoyed doing the same as a side business. I had all of his experience and support in doing this. Plus, I had the help of his seasoned t...
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Trump strikes again! According to the National Home Builder Association, the Department of Labor is walking away from their previous efforts to try and classify subcontractors as employees:"In a victory for NAHB membe...
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Hi there,I have bought and sold 2 properties over the last 3 years. My tax agent just told me that I would have to pay 15.3% self-employment tax since it's considered a business. But 2 houses in 3 years can hardly be ...
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Hello,So I am seeking some advice on my employment status. I have recently entered the real estate game after watching on the side lines for many years. My wife and I own now 3 properties and so far it’s been great. A...
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I have some questions regarding tightening up my criteria for selecting prospective tenants, and weeding out potential bad eggs.
Does anybody have any thoughts on hiring a professional to administer a polygraph test...
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After lots of research over the last few months my wife and I have decided to move out of California and really focus on getting our real estate business started. We have decided on the Kansas City area because of the...
Hey everyone! I am trying to get into Property Management and the job postings all say Yardi knowledge. Does anyone know of a way to get Yardi training without being employed at a place first? I have searched on googl...
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Hello All !I just moved to Philadelphia from California and want to get started in my RE career.After some research I have whittled down my options for the online courses to two:https://www.realestateexpress.com/preli...