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Hey, I’m looking to buy my first rental property in Chicago where I live now.. Is there anyone who has done the 203k loan in Chicago? If so could you please reach out to me with the lenders who are familiar with the 2...
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It is my second year of college and I have already decided I want to do real estate investing as my career. My original plan is to get a degree in Personal Finance but the more I look into real estate, I feel like I'm...
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Good evening,I wanted to reach out and briefly introduce myself.My name is Nick and I am originally from Germany. Have lived in the U.S now for about 3 years. Before moving to the United States I have been working in ...
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Just signed on first deal. Paid cash for discount and quick close. My question is should I buy Title insurance upfront knowing it s required by lender. I plan to pull my $ back out immediately after cash closing. Dont...
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I participated in an investment group recently and the key note speakers spoke about Section 8. They made is seem so easy... Sign a couple of sheets of paper, have an inspection, list your property and the tenants rol...
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Mid 2022 I listed my first short term rental. It is a detached garage that I converted into a guest house. I designed the floorplan, finishes, and even did almost all of the renovations. This place has been almost 100...
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I currently have a 1 LTR condo in Orange County, CA with the goal to expand 3-4 in 2024. As I start to expand I do not want to get caught in a paperwork pile. In terms of a Book Keeper what do they actually do to prov...
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I just realized that one of my rentals in Lees Summit is in a flood zone. According to Redfin its in an area of "Severe" risk of floods. I got a quote from my Insurance broker, and he was saying flood insurance is a...
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Hello,
Full transparency :) I'm 'green' when it comes to commercial real estate as I typically invest in single family and duplexes. Anyway, I came across a 12-unit that I wanted to run some rough numbers on. From wh...
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Seeking advice on purchasing a 9-unit building! Interested in strategies, financing options, and any valuable insights from those experienced in real estate. Your input is greatly appreciated!