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Just thought I’d write a few words as a counterpoint to the trending post.I own and self-manage 5 properties. I have had rent collection issues but never had to evict anyone, nor have I lost even a month’s rent. But...
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We just purchased a 78 unit property in the DFW area that had horrible management, tons of deferred maintenance, and 25 vacant units..... hope I don't regret it! Thought it might be interesting to those looking at mu...
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We are about to endeavor in the landlord world. We just listed our property for rent on Monday and have a lady coming to look at our home tomorrow evening. Is there anything I need to do to prepare for her visit?She t...
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I guess my question is how accurate do you find the 50% expense rule?
If you gross rents are $2500, a margin of error of 10% on your expenses would result in a $125 difference in cash flow. This might result accepti...
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Requesting feedback or constructive criticism on my first RE investment. I bought two properties in OKC last year. I have a property manager that charges 8%.
The first was $110,000 3/2/2. Rents for $995 with $787 ...
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There is a foreclosure that I have been looking at purchasing. They have it listed for $32,000. Repaired and updated it’s probably worth about $60000 - $65,000. I made offers at $25,000 and $27,000 but the realtor han...
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Just wanted to
Share what we are doing with our kids. We have 4 little chitlens ( ages 5,8,9,13) and we are always trying to teach them about money.
Monopoly and cashflow for kids are the games we play around here.
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