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Hey guys… would love a bit of advice… I primarily bought condos when I first started investing long ago. there are three here in South Florida that I’m thinking about selling because the HOA fees are… more

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HOA’s are almost universally hated for, among other things, raising prices and special assessments.

However, HOA’s also hold elections. So if the majority don’t want a price increase, they can probably… more

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Any investors here who have their own Property Management LLC that’s in between them and their tenants even if you have your house in an LLC?

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I’m selling an immaculate duplex in the Milwaukee WI area. Currently tenant occupied. Rents are $1600 for each unit (under market). Taxes 5k. Asking ~460k. Planing to list in a week or so. Dm for deta… more

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I have $190k to invest in a condo (studio). What areas are good to buy a studio condo and rent it out (or airbnb) it?

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Anyone looking to buy a property in east Austin?

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If building from scratch, would you get 1 or 2 doors for a 2 car garage?

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I noticed containers that state flammables on my neighbors opened backyard, along with many other garbage all over the yard and front. Should I call the police to report it? It’s a company that bought… more

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I have an eye on a market that doesn’t increase much in home values, but does provide a nice profit margin after expenses. Almost 2x mortgage in rental income: $100k house renting for almost $1,250. D… more

How much is the typical fee for quit claim processing from a real estate law firm? Geo is Chicago

Help me decide: Debating between a duplex that has existing tenants paying $1k each side. I’d get a loan on it and net around $550/month. Or a cash property with no loan that could rent for only $1k a… more

Some input please: I live in HCOL city, earn 260 TC (175 base, 45 bonus, 40 RSUs), 30, single. There’s a house for 1 mil in the city, liveable but would require 100k of work to make my dream home. Mor… more

What are people getting quoted at for interest rates recently?

I’m 21, part owner of a construction corporation (new smaller business), running the electrical side myself. Goal was to use my career to transition to eventual financial freedom through real estate i… more

Should i lock my rate. 6.575%
I don’t see the treasury yield going down.

We're selling our awesome vacation property in the mountains of NC. It's a great property and has no town taxes. Our agent is a duel agent and isn't being helpful, is not marketing the pro… more

Live in a planned community where the houses are nearly identical. Neighbor just listed their house today. We are planning on listing after Labor Day (for significantly less since our house needs more… more

NJ 🐠: I’m looking for a painter to repaint the interior of a SFH in Jefferson Township - the walls and paint are in great condition, just looking to change the colors. Can anyone share recommendatio… more

My offer on the house was accepted. What should be my next steps? I understand the basic things from my agent, but what should I do on my own?
Do I need an attorney?

Selling a house soon. The windows are in rough shape. Half were painted with the ac installed, so they don’t shut. Others have gaps near the frame. And others for some reason were painted with like 1/… more

Put an offer on a house over asking (listed 10-15 K over market estimate). Seller came back, saying competing offer are similar and to provide buyer financial info BFI, and if I want to change anythin… more

What is the rate of interest on home mortgage have you received in the last two months ? Which state, city?

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If you are looking for opportunities to invest in Detroit, let me know.

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are these scams?
if anyone did something similar, how’d it turn out?

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With variable income that can range significantly, how do you get comfortable with a large mortgage? How much cushion should you have in case the year with very low income? For example, if my mortgage… more

Hi, im curious to learn more about Brooklyn real estate. Which areas are more sought after and is it advisable to look into a Studio or 1 bedroom property? 2-bedrooms appear to be out of budget unless… more

Has anyone had any luck finding off market apartment listings in NYC? I would like to avoid Street Easy broker fees but it doesn’t seem like that’s possible.

Which would you choose?
Option 1: 1.02 million, older, 3 bedroom side split level home that is liveable but requires work, beautiful/perfect area on a flat acre of land. Would need to renovate/expand at some point.
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I am new owner and new to how HOA works.
received a violation, the violation was given to the previous owner, they did some insufficient work and were approved for sale with the violation.
The violation is so… more

Is it possible to take a line of credit against all my investments (current primary residence, taxable accounts and retirements) to pay cash for a house (at discount) and then refinance the house to p… more

Hello, looking to rent my home and received an application with pet parrot. I don’t have experience with having tenant pet as parrot. What are the things I should keep in mind as landlord? Should I ch… more

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Anyone do RE Meetups? Are they of value or is it just one person after the other trying to sell you something?!

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I have almost 750k of liquid assets in brokerage invested in stocks and CDs. We live in high tax area and average HOA is $1000 for 2b/2b apartment. Have one kid with $30k in school expenses. Wanted to… more

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Hello Everyone!

I’m loan Broker With Pro Funding LLC looking to connect with individuals and companies in need of loan assistance.
We do offer quick loans with flexible terms
Loan Amount: $10,000.00 - $1M.
Loan Duration: 6months - 20years
Interest Rate: 5%
Loan Pu… more

What would your HHI need to be to afford a $1,250,000 house on Long Island with high taxes ($23k) and with current rates?

Thinking about listing home soon (was planning on end of august). Realtor said it probably makes sense to list after Labor Day rather than right before because people may be busy doing other things th… more

Recommendation for front door smart locks

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A lot of people keep saying that they think prices will go up after the election because rates will start going down. Is there any truth to this? I just can’t see prices going up any more where I am (… more

Moved to Fort Lauderdale and absolutely love it. Renting now but would like to own after my lease is up. The area and type of houses I like are around $1M. I'm thinking of going FHA to get the … more

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