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At the age of 18 (2005), after working hard during my mid-teenage years and saving well, I bought my first property in cash. That is when my first real estate blunder occurred; despite that I bought it with cash dire...
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I wanted to start this off with asking everyone what list they use to plan for expenses on their rental investments. Basics like planning for taxes, insurance and destructive tenants are on every list but I am struggl...
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Long story short - I bought my first house in Ohio, got laid off a few months later, and got a new job in a different city. Instead of selling, I decided to rent out the house instead. Not knowing much about rental...
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I currently own a rental in the 80016 zipcode in Beacon Point close to Southlands Mall area, which is 4 bedroom 3.5 bathrooms, 2600 sq feet . I am debating on selling this or holding it. I purchased the home for $33...
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Hi Everyone!I remember seeing in the news a while ago that Scottsdale was concerned about vacation rentals in the area. Does anyone have any experience with their rental properties in Scottsdale? Are they allowing Air...
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Hello friends,
My wife and I intend to purchase a vacation home in Orlando, with the goal of being near Disney. If you're a Lender, Realtor, PM, Cleaner or Vacation Home/STR Owners I would love to meet you!
Can any...
I have about $150k to start investing. I have been hunting property “locally” for some time. I live in the north west suburbs of Philadelphia. My interest is buy and hold for long term cash flow. I have offered on...
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Hi all, we are getting ready to list our first property. I was reading the book on managing rental properties and Brandon suggested to not let applicants during showing know you are the owner. My question is how do yo...
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I have 5 showings this weekend for prospective tenants for a condo I own. I used Zillow Rental Manager to list it. Seems pretty easy to use. But I am reading mixed reviews on Zillow's background check. What is bes...