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We've all seen the models and read the thousands of articles that say not to touch your 401(k) until you need to in retirement. However, we also don't have a lot of control of how that money is invested and the accoun...
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I just finished Scott Trench's book "Set for Life" and let me start by saying it is a awesome read and I fully recommend it to anyone and everyone.In the book Scott bashes on typical retirement plans such as roth IRAs...
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i just opened up a roth ira in feburary,its only worth $1,000. Anyone know how to self direct it into a real estate investment account? most online site i visited wanted a high fee.one i called wanted between $350-$3000
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Hi all!So in Massachusetts it's against the law to charge an application fee or to charge a prospective tenant a fee for a credit check.So...What do you do? I really like SmartMove, but I can't say I'm interested in ...
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Hey everyone, I accomplished my goal of getting my first rental property under contract by the end of 2017 and I close on this property soon. I have been calculating the best way to grow my portfolio, but I am curious...
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Looking for some outside opinions on my next move. Currently own 4 SFH and 4 condos. We operate Short and Midterm rentals with strong rent rolls and little vacancy with decent cashflow. Some units bring in $700/month ...
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Anyone recently purchase Jason's course? He has some commercial strategies that were very thought provoking. I believe he is new to the guru circuit, and notices everyone and there mom selling his product.
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I have about $0 saved up for REI. It all went into the purchase of my primary residence a year ago, and now that I'm stepping up my REI game I'm regretting that. Live and learn.
My down payments with HMLs comes from...
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Has anyone heard of Renatus? Has anyone used Renatus to get started out in Real Estate Investing? And if so, what was your experience like, with them?
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Hello all,
A couple of days ago I saw a 2nd position note offered for sale with the following parameters:
Property FMV: $178000
Property location: Illinois
1st mortgage balance: $138000
2nd mortga...