Not really treading any new ground here, but interesting read in the WSJ this morning. http://www.wsj.com/articles/surge-in-commercial-re...We've got a number of clients active in South Florida (Miami) and they (and ...
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Hi I have question that I can't decipher, lets say there're similar asset class type of MF in one zip code. All of them purchase at cap 3.5 ; all making same rent same gross income. The difference is , the 4 of them u...
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Hoping to collect some WNY folks in this forum. Any Rochestarians interested in meeting up to talk Real Estate? Lets start a discussion here with 2 minute intros' and hopefully get enough interest to connect in perso...
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Read through the forums but looking for current advice on a strong argument for choosing rentals over non-qualified stocks over the long term. The biggest differences I can see would be the rental 1031 to avoid taxes ...
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The lack or inattentiveness of safety in short-term rentals is appalling!! Over the weekend 3 people died at a STR in Outer Banks due to a house fire, and it seems like every couple of months we hear of more people dy...
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I used Josh's new file vault this evening to upload a beginner model for evaluating small apartment complexes. I would appreciate feedback if people want to take a look:
Pro Forma Template - Small Apartments
Hopefu...
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I contracted to purchase an REO in December of 2010, skipping all the long and boring details, I finally just received word that the deal is accepted and I am now in escrow. I will not post any of the real numbers her...
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@J Scott inspired me with his diary of a new construction project to do one of my own. So not to be outdone, I'm actually going to do two. This one will be for a project that we have recently completed. I'll add ne...
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This is mostly for the women on BP, but, it is wise for men too. There's an Arkansas Realtor that went to show a property and hasn't been heard from since. Missing RealtorAs an agent over the years I have heard these ...
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Does anyone in the bigger pockets community have personal experience with a Whole Life Insurance policy or Wealth Maximization Account to help build their wealth and real-estate portfolio.