How to Buy Your First Apartment Building

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Investing in your first apartment building can be a nerve-racking experience. Many people who set out to invest in an apartment building end up never making the purchase.

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Pros of Apartment Buildings

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Cons of Apartment Buildings

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The Steps of Buying an Apartment Building

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Pre Qualifying

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Shopping the Properties

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