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Cody Smith
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How do you grow capital while saving to invest?

Cody Smith
  • Realtor
  • Panama City Beach, FL
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Hey BP! I have spent a lot of time studying the real estate world, but I am still lacking in the rest of personal finance knowledge.

I have decided to only focus on the BRRRR strategy moving forward, so I am saving up to purchase my first cash property in 12 months.

Some context, I am still full time in the Army and have had my real estate license for about 8 months. I am building my sales business currently, and work mostly with investors in the Columbus, GA and Atlanta areas. I am focusing on growing my sales business and saving all resulting capital for my BRRRR.

Obviously, cash in a savings account is not a great idea. Where do you recommend placing this cash while I continue to build? Something ideally able to be liquid in 12 months, possibly sooner if I decide to partner on a deal while I wait for my capital to grow to where I need it. I don’t want to lose out to current inflation rates, and would love to for it to have some additional growth besides just what I contribute. Thank you!!!

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    Doug Spence
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    Doug Spence
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    @Cody Smith I agree with @Caleb Brown. If you haven't already used your VA entitlement, then I would 100% house hack a 2-4 unit. Otherwise, I would find a private lender or hard money lender to get you the cash to buy an off-market property for your first BRRRR. Yes, it will cost more than using your own cash, but how much potential appreciation, cash flow, and knowledge will you miss out on whe you wait to save up the cash?

    Most dilemmas in real estate can be solved by thinking about 'who' not 'how'! 

    Good luck and keep us updated on your progress.

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