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I have a couple theories:* Solid leadership, but of course lots of other companies have that. * Premium segment, but there are other competitorsI was thinking of starting my own firm but I have other talents where it ...
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Economic Update
(Monday, October 19, 2020)
At its core, real estate is a people business, and being kind to people is a business approach that never goes wrong. Being kind builds a positive image. It earns trust...
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Looking for any ideas, feedback, concerns on the building of a 17-31 (there were 3 options given by surveyor on building layout on the property and that would be reason for the vary in unit amounts. The option with mo...
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Hello BPeeps. There is a company in my area that's run by a couple of guys who offer a year long "paid mentorship" on house flipping. I'm a realtor and have done the equivalent of a flip but on 2 different houses a...
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Hi, my banker said - We are needing a minimum extra $20k in cash flow in order for this to debt service at 1.25x, which is the industry standard lowest it can be to approve loans, your's now is .98x. Is it possible t...
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For about 2 1/2 years, I have been Self-Employed. According to my tax return, last year I broke even. While my income has increased drastically this year, I will still have some deductions. I've been thinking about fi...
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Hello BP Friends!I'm looking for a 10-30 unit apartment building in my market place by pulling the tax records of buildings with this many units, then looking them up and doing some research before finding the owner a...
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Hi,We are currently under contract on our first STR in the Smoky Mountains. We are trying to maximize space and offer the amenities that guests are looking for. The cabin currently has a game room with a pool table....
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I own a 3-family property in Massachusetts and use a property manager to handle nearly everything since I am currently out of the country. I've used this particular manager for 2+ years now and haven't received any co...
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All,I was looking at a potential property posted by Networth Realty in Tampa. I was just curious if anyone has worked with them? I found a few things, and my attorney did too, that seemed risky about the deal, and ...