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Have a few questions 1. Can you buy a property as a vacation home (10% down) , use it for personal use for 2 weeks in the year and use it as STR for rest ?2. Can you do a cost segregation on this property and use it f...
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Has everyone noticed that the rental market in PGH been especially difficult this year? My properties are in Brentwood, used to be able to get many applicants, but now it's just a trickle in the height of summer and q...
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I'm a good ole Boston Yankee living in southeast Texas (where it doesn't snow) with previous experience in real estate marketing looking to learn and grow into buy and hold investing.
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I'm excited to share a small win in my journey into out-of-state real estate investing!
After overcoming a few months of analysis paralysis, I finally took the plunge. For my first investment property, I prioritized ...
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I'm in the market to purchase a short-term rental in Saint George Utah but the market there (perhaps like many places) feels very overpriced. There are very few high paying jobs in the area (IMO) so most of the high ...
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My husband and I temporarily relocating to Bremerton, WA (PCSing with the Navy, will be there 14-16 months) toward the end of 2021. I am trying to learn about the market there and get a jump on finding a good deal or ...
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When going to Home Depot, Lowe’s, etc. to find out the repair estimate for a fix and flip. What are some good questions to ask? Who do you talk to at the store to get the answers? This is for all types of properties. ...
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What is the average conversion rate for cold calling using software like PropStream, specifically targeting probate, foreclosure, or tax delinquency leads? Additionally, how many calls does it typically take you to su...
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Hello! I'm new to the RE investing world and I'm seriously looking into buying SFH and/or multi-family that will end up being rented out.Just to give some quick background about myself, I'm 26 years old and currently ...
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In full disclosure, I AM a licensed RE agent.
But as an Investor, I have asked myself that question. And I say: it depends.
Most good agents build relationships with their clients. And most good agents are resources...