When people hear the term “passive income,” their minds usually flash to real estate investing. But, taking on real estate debt may not be the best option for you—especially if you have a high-risk financial portfolio...
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So I started my investing career as just a guy trying to get more money to pay off bills.
I was tired of living check to check like everyone else. I'm not going to go into that story because it's the same for most pe...
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Does anyone know how expensive cypress or cedar shingles are?
The look really nice on homes and I wanted to look into using them.
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Do You Use a Professional Camera to Take Pictures and Video to Market Your Property or a Smart Phone?
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I’m currently in the process of purchasing an “as-is” rental property for $100k. The inspector has just confirmed it will need a new roof. How should I now approach re-negotiations with the seller? Thanks
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For beach properties that are within a few blocks of the beach, how often are you having to repaint the exterior of your house? I’m trying to have some idea to calculate for reserve capex needs. Thanks for any feedback.
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I am a real estate agent, daughter of an well known architect. We have been building houses for over 40 years. I took to real estate because I just love houses and the job site, I love everything about real estate......
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I have a story with flood insurance that I wanted to share as I thought it may help someone out there.
A couple years ago I was in escrow on a 4-plex and the bank doing my loan said I needed flood insurance s...
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I'm going to be looking for an investor for a large condo package (40 units, same complex) and I need help negotiating/analyzing the deal in order to make sure it's profitable and attractive for an investor. Are thes...
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Will it be difficult for me to get a loan on a 12 unit apartment complex during this crisis? I have been furloughed from my job, will it be difficult for me to get financed on an income producing apartment complex? I...