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Yossi Dietz Estimating costs for a Duplex in Dayton Ohio
1 December 2025 | 7 replies
Easiest way is to look up the parcel on the Montgomery County Auditor site and use the current tax bill, then bump it a bit for a possible reassessment.
Chris Wade Buying property married
28 November 2025 | 0 replies
I found it is easiest if a spouse has their own revocable living trust and a prenup.
Ashley Bitner Do you do background checks on insurance placed tenants?
29 November 2025 | 9 replies
For quick checks, KeyCheck and SmartMove have been the easiest for me.Happy to connect!
Tayson Neal What route should I take?
22 November 2025 | 18 replies
I will fall on my sword here to say it's the easiest and most forgiving strategy to get into when you're starting, and if you're young and willing to sacrifice, it will 100% be worth it. 
Derik S. Partnering up for first property, is it worth it?
25 November 2025 | 2 replies
The last one is my favorite because it's the easiest to do, and it makes me (did I say that outloud?)
Amritpreet Singh Getting into commercial real estate
4 December 2025 | 1 reply
Once you answer those questions, your buy box becomes clearer — and at that point, finding deals becomes much easier.From what I’ve seen financing investors across different markets, the easiest entry into commercial for a partnership is often smaller multifamily (5–12 units) or mixed-use buildings.
Account Closed New to Real Estate Investing in MA
26 November 2025 | 12 replies
It's definitely the easiest/safest way to get started.
Esther Kramarenko Serious Beginner Wanting to Prepare for REI Before Turning 18
29 November 2025 | 6 replies
It's generally easiest to get fha 3.5% down or 5% conventional financing when you first start out.
Dani Foster I'm ready to learn!
20 November 2025 | 11 replies
You may be able to deduct a portion of your mortgage interest, property taxes, and even depreciation for the rented portion, which can help offset your rental income and reduce your overall tax bill.If house hacking isn’t an option, starting with a single-family home is usually the easiest way to get your feet wet.