I am working on finding a site for my first spec build. I'm looking in a few different neighborhoods, all next to each other and relatively similar. These neighborhoods have seen a huge demand for new homes over the...
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First, I know the 50% rule is a guideline and not a rule. I am curious: Given the high property taxes here the Dallas area, how achievable is the 50% rule?I ran a report using a house whose ARV is $150,000, bought at ...
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When I was in college, I rented a house with my roommate in upstate New York. My landlord would fly to Florida from the months of November to March to avoid the cold. I would mail him the rent every month. If we ha...
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Howdy all - first time poster here, and thanks to any who offer advice.I own several rental properties (one in NJ and two in AZ), and am preparing to sell one (NJ). I’m weighing options regarding the proceeds. Here’s ...
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I'm currently in the research phase scouring the Greater Boston market to try and get an idea of what area I should be focusing on for my first investment. I plan on doing a house hack on a small multifamily home usi...
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I just became a first time landlord, and I'm wondering what you guys think (I posted most of this in new member intros, but at the speed the forum moves I think posts get only looked at by a few locals, so I hope it's...
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As my profile states I have had this ball and chain for over 10 years (purchased in Oct 2007 for 160k). It’s finally not upside down anymore but needs just about the same amount of repairs as I have in equity. I had a...
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Hello to Dayton, Ohio investors! I'm interested in the Dayton market and trying to understand what's been happening there since the Great Recession. I've read some of the Dayton CAFR and it says the Dayton Region expe...
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Hey Everyone!Newbie here, born and raised in central NJ! I've been spending the past many months reading and reading and reading, and 2018 is the year to start diving in! I've learned a ton both on this site (the shee...
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We're looking to purchase foreclosed, REO properties but most of these deals go to all cash buyers. We have a team in place - trusted contractor team, experienced and handy landlords (us, LOL), good credit. We've live...