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Hi all,I recently got started in the game with a two-flat in a quiet neighborhood in Joliet, IL. I currently self manage.Next weekend, some contractors are going to be replacing the windows in the upstairs unit. If th...
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I have owned my home for 8 years and have about 250k equity in it. It seems like an ideal HOLD (historically still the lowest purchase price in a great upscale neighborhood - I purchased from a retiree who moved overs...
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?: What are the components of a mortgage, is it only interest, principal, tax and insurance? How do I reduce each one of these costs? Does anyone have any strategies they can share? Any Oklahoma based strategies?Hey e...
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Good Afternoon All,I just moved to Arvada, CO and looking to purchase property for long term (2+ years) live and flip/ house hack. Preferably home with walkout basement. I know that is rare to find in this market but ...
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Here's an overview of my situation:-Neighbour of my mother-in-law is looking to sell privately, his children/family aren't interested in his house.-The house in question is on a beautiful oceanfront property with priv...
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I’m stuck! I have a great opportunity to acquire 12 SFR cash-flowing at $10,210. But the down payment needed from most lenders is 25%. I can only do 10-20%. I need $75,000 for the down payment. I have great credit, bu...
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I didn't always live in the great state of Texas. I moved around a lot as a kid, so I'm used to being the "newb" in school and the community. Growing up this way wasn't always ideal but there was one thing that I saw ...
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Hi, So, I have been searching for properties for a while now. These past few days have been doing lots of research and calculations. I would like to know what would you recommend for a first time property. I am intere...
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Hey guys, I have great tenants across the board this year. I'd like to get them all something for Christmas.What are some good (somewhat universal) presents that are maybe $100-200?
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A little background on the story. I have been paying my mom's mortgage for the past decade or so. I pay the bank directly. She is retired and called me last night and wanted me to pay off her 15 year loan and take t...