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Is Now The Time To Buy A Duplex?

Question: I’m ready to purchase a 2-unit property. I’m trying to buy and rent, hopefully with enough income to break even on the mortgage, taxes, insurance and upkeep if I can. Houses in the $400K range aren’t that available, and given mortgage rates and perhaps $95,000 down I am lucky if rents at $2,200-$2,400 [...]

19Oct2008 | Peter G. Miller | 0 comments | Continued
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How Can I Start Investing In Real Estate?

Question: How would you start in real estate investing? How would you know who to trust?
Answer: Just by reading the paper, checking the classifieds and speaking with local people you already have general notions regarding prices, maintenance, local rental rates, demand and such.
Local newspapers are great sources of market intelligence. Look for new roads, schools, [...]

3Sep2008 | Peter G. Miller | 0 comments | Continued