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I see a lot of you guys suggesting that newbies should study their market for a long period of time before jumping into things. Exactly what is involved in this process? I'm in the Dallas area and I need some advice...
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If you’re an active agent with more capacity to list and sell, and avoid probates because you’re worried they’re complicated and involve attorneys and courts, you are missing out out on of a massive market.A few agent...
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How would you setup a real estate partnership with another investor?
I was approached by another investor at a local REIA meeting. Basically he wanted to combine my knowledge of investing with his pocketbook. I wou...
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Hi,I have been doing private lending for a very long time, most of time first lien, some time 2nd lien also.recently came across a situation where first lien is already there on property and there is clause than 2nd l...
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As a real estate broker here in South Florida, I have recently observed a noticeable trend in the real estate market: an uptick in what many are referring to as "Price Improvements" on property listings. While this te...
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I am new to the investing world and am currently waiting on a yes or no from my first offer. I have found another house that has sparked my interest but I am having a very hard time finding comps to determine the ARV...
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I am part of an investor group. We are putting a project on the market. My realtor is just using Real Capital Markets, for ALL the marketing. (this is a $30M project) and does not want to use Costar or Loopnet.This ...
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So my business partner and I are checking out a Derelict property tomorrow. From talking to the Estate manager it is in pretty rough shape. It is boarded up. I will be taking a flashlight, gloves, drill, hammer, mask...
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I'm curious how CA agents can make a living with laws like AB2992 that state:"If the out-of-pocket costs to pay their agent remain too great and the seller and buyer have not yet reached an agreement on the sales pric...
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Think about a couple facts.
The most recent reporting period, February 23, 2021, a total of 2.7 million homeowners remain in active forbearance. That represents 5.1% of all mortgages.About 160,000 of these forbear...