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Answers (4)

- Engle Jason, "JasonEngle"
- Contributions:1
There are multiple ways to invest in real estate in the Indianapolis market. I have a series of questions that I would like to share with you in order to jointly determine the most appropriate investment strategy.
Jason Engle
Sales Manager
CENTURY 21 Scheetz
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- Mark Baldwin, "MDBaldwin"
- Contributions:3
Hello,
Welcome to Carmel. You'll find it's a great place to live with plenty to do. The investment forecast for Carmel is stable. You'll find Central Indiana doesn't have a great variation year to year in pricing/value. The large drop we've seen over the past few years is basically over and prices have again stabilized. I would be looking for something near the Monon Trail as a rental investment in that price range. The incomes are good near downtown and there are investments available. Please contact me any time to discuss your needs further.
Thanks,
Mark
Welcome to Carmel. You'll find it's a great place to live with plenty to do. The investment forecast for Carmel is stable. You'll find Central Indiana doesn't have a great variation year to year in pricing/value. The large drop we've seen over the past few years is basically over and prices have again stabilized. I would be looking for something near the Monon Trail as a rental investment in that price range. The incomes are good near downtown and there are investments available. Please contact me any time to discuss your needs further.
Thanks,
Mark

- Dan, "the_country_hick"
- Contributions:4694
To see local trends look at the local info tab above.
As a shortcut it leads to the 2 links below.
http://www.zillow.com/local-info/IN-Carmel/r_17309/
http://www.zillow.com/local-info/IN-Carmel-home-value/r_17309/
Sadly, many agents do not represent this well. Looking online on sites like this often will serve you best.
Before you rent out a house find out the vacancy rate in your area and include room for repairs, management fees, and profit. Doing a lot of research into real estate investing before ever buying house is a smart move.
As a shortcut it leads to the 2 links below.
http://www.zillow.com/local-info/IN-Carmel/r_17309/
http://www.zillow.com/local-info/IN-Carmel-home-value/r_17309/
Sadly, many agents do not represent this well. Looking online on sites like this often will serve you best.
Before you rent out a house find out the vacancy rate in your area and include room for repairs, management fees, and profit. Doing a lot of research into real estate investing before ever buying house is a smart move.

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