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Apr 2020
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7: 6 Things New Investors Should Be Doin...

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If you've been telling yourself, "I'll invest in real estate when prices come down," well... that time may be coming. So, what should rookie real estate investors be doing now to prepare? Today we outline six action items—from shoring up your financial position to making yourself an attractive partner. Also, we bring back the "Rookie Request Line" so you can ... Show More
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