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We ran a pawn business in Austin, TX for 34 years...my wife and I decided to sell our business (but we retain our building so we collect another $1.05M in rent from the buyer of our business over the next nine years)....
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I already knew that there is no state income in Texas because I have been investing there since 06. I am now doing my tax returns. It was a nice surprise that in Tennessee, there is no state tax on my rental income...
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So it’s no secret that ALL cities have their rough areas. With that said, are there any areas within Sacramento to be cautious of? And on the flip side, any areas to lean more towards? I'm looking to possibly Buy &...
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Hello everyone, I'm just getting started in the world of Real Estate investment and have gotten tremendous value from the BiggerPockets podcast (listed to over 100 episodes so far). I am ready to start making some inv...
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We need to generate some more cash flow in our lives and we can go anywhere. But where to go?
I like surfing and she likes skiing in the mountains.
We have three rental properties and they are in Sacramento, CA, Bo...
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Crazy the price appreciation that has occurred in the city the last 5 years. Does anyone have any neighborhoods that they see value in still? I have been monitoring the following zip codes because I feel they have t...
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I am newbie and I was motivated to invest and acquire a number of properties to create a portfolio.I took the plunge this year and bought 2 duplexes in Columbus, Ohio. However, in my enthusiasm, I made several rookie ...
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I am a big believer in the old saying, “the trend is your friend”. I do not try to predict where something is going, just identify it as its happening, and act on it accordingly “This neighborhood is better maintaine...
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When it comes to SFR’s, what are some of your value-add strategies that not only impacts forcing appreciation but also cashflow? In my short time investing, some of my recommendations is to target properties with the ...
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Hello everyone,I've been researching many properties in the local area and curious what areas everyone is looking to buy into for a buy and hold? I have had a few deals come up in J-Town and Fern Creek that even at...