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VRBO's are they a good way to maximize a properties returns? I have 2 very nice properties under contract. One has a main home, 3k sq ft with a 1 bedroom cottage, a 2 bedroom cottage & an efficiency apt. The other...
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Not sure how we end up where we do, but in 2009 I found myself firmly on my way to shaking hands with the ‘American Dream’. My parents were so proud, I was a college grad and working as an engineer for Chevron. Tasked...
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So i posted on here that i was new, looking for knowledge- but not for free, willing to put in the work or small investment that I've saved in order to bring value to a mentor. I've been reading posts and listening to...
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I am a brand new Realtor and aspiring investor in Los Angeles. I'm currently self-educating and would like some tips on things that have worked or haven't worked for people when they were starting out, preferably adv...
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I'm just starting out in the real estate world and am targeting buying a low cost rental property in the midwest. I own a small, remote business and live in Maui, so I will not be able to manage the property (and hope...
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Specifically, what process/system do you have now that wasn't readily available when you started? Something you had to "learn through experience". All thoughts welcome!
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I have a house in a nice neighborhood in Tempe, AZ. Decent location. The house has been renovated with wood floors, and I bought really nice furniture from Pottery Barn and such. A Baby Grand piano in the living room....
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The reason for this post is to receive feedback on a letter I just created. The reason I created this letter was the amount of "pissed off phone calls" to "happy phone calls" is making me miserable. Keep in mind this ...
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My partner (@Joseph Cameron) and I recently attended a seminar about real estate investing thinking we were going to get to network with other newbies and get help from some seasoned investors. Instead we sat through ...
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Hello!
We are in negotiations to buy out a smaller competitor. This is a first for us, and looking to see if anyone had any experience in this as we have a few questions about how it went. Any help is appreciated. ...