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Okay, so everyone states there's a formula to follow in real estate investing. I've listened to Robert and Ken, but I don't see the actual formula they follow. Who can I follow or read a book that actually states what...
The rental (SF) is paid off i.e. I do not have any lien or mortgage on it and there's a tenant.1. I am currently carrying hazard insurance. I can buy landlord insurance without coverage on roof (wind/named storm peril...
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What online savings account is everyone using? I have been using Marcus by Goldman Sachs for a couple of years now and have been happy with it, but have recently started to wonder if other online banks offer better r...
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Bookkeeping questions:
I purchased a property with cash flow, according to my calculator, on day 1, but knew it was a value-add opportunity. Since the acquisition, I have done upgrades. Technically, I know that with ...
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Hello everyone, I just moved to the Pensacola area and still discovering local groups to network with, so when I found a couple of properties that I'm interested in, but I honestly just want to talk shop and discuss h...
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I am in escrow for my first investment property in Houston TX and wanted to get thoughts on the deal...ill provide as much i can to help readers decide good or bad.Some pre-deal info: This is not my first investment ...
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Hey BP! So, my wife and I purchased our first investment property in May of 2017 (a 4plex). We comepletely renovated one unit and moved into that one unit. We've increased rents on 2 of the other 3 units and soon ...
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I saw this new area and decided to get it going. I figure that I'll be able to retire somewhere around 10 years from the time I started investing in real estate.
How long do you think it will take you to retire, sta...
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Hello everyone! I am a recent college grad residing, and hopefully soon investing, in Racine, WI (between Milwaukee and Chicago). As I was told in college "it's not just the grades you make but the hands you ...
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1. A lease option is just a lease with the option to buy... these kind of agreement do you really need an escrow agent to close the transaction? I thought it was just like a rental agreement with an option to purchase...