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Hello. I am looking for a location in (general) Austin area to buy a house. I am planning to use it as short-term rental property. My questions as follows: (1) which locations are the best for this purpose in terms of...
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I have a very unique situation that I need help with. I own a house in Colorado Springs that I owe $242k at 2.75%. I really would like to move out of this home due to mental health issues (lost a love...
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Hello All,My name is Abel, and I am a current part time college student residing in New York.While many (including some of my family members) have suggested to me that I should wait until I finish school and get a car...
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Hello. I came across bigger pockets. Got some books. I'm studying to learn how to invest in real estate. I am 22 years old and don't have many people around me that understands this market. I always hear to post in th...
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How do you know if you'll be legally allowed to convert a detached garage into living space or create any other type of square footage increase: attached garage conversion, basement or attic conversion, ADU, etc. Do w...
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Hello Friends,Want to know your advise about renting to someone who is a single Hispanic mother with 3 kids. I have 2 questions:1. The mother has an ITIN (issued in 2010) and does not have a Social, but has a 18 year...
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I am wondering if building log cabin is going to create more equity vs buying an existing log cabin?How would someone approach analyzing it and what are the different things to consider? When is it generally better to...
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We finished a house in the Des Moines market built in 1894. It was a real challenge - and took a year to turn around. It's beautiful but is an interesting one. We have a signed lease and deposit with a couple that ...
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Hi, my w2 moves me to Austin TX. I've searched zillow for investment as well as primary house. The market looks VERY tight. I will be brining in around 1.6 mil to the city. I wonder what areas do you advise to invest ...
I'm starting some research on buying a 4-plex community in the Phoenix or Scottsdale area. Has anyone on this forum bought a similar property out here? Is it better to buy a 4-plex, or would just buying out individual...