All Forum Posts by: Aja Rutledge

@Jack Tucker Great comment. I'd love to know the ins and outs of why Athens makes your mentor the most money. I'm a new investor seeking to learn. I have time and money, I'm smart and resourceful...any way I can help you and learn please let me know. Best.

Makes total sense. I appreciate it!

Hi @Chris Grenier...thanks so much for your comments. They are greatly appreciated. Would you be able to elaborate on why to steer clear of Regal Palms? I'm not doubting you, just want to understand what makes one of these resort communities something to steer clear from. Thanks again.

Hi, I live in GA but am looking to invest in short term rental properties (VRBO, HomeAway bookings) in resort communities like Regal Palms, Champions Gate, Reunion, etc. I don't know the pros/cons of each community and am seeking guidance and assistance in completing such a deal. Can you recommend any agents in the Orlando area versed in this specifically?

Hi, I live in GA but am looking to invest in short term rental properties (VRBO, HomeAway bookings) in resort communities like Regal Palms, Champions Gate, Reunion, etc. I don't know the pros/cons of each community and am seeking guidance and assistance in completing such a deal. Can you recommend any agents in the Orlando area versed in this specifically?

Thanks!

Thank you @Matt Turcutto and @Chris T. You both provided some insights and great advice. No it's not cut and dry but it did provide me with a more solid direction of what may be best for my scenario. I appreciate you taking the time to respond.

Looking forward to joining the convo as an investor. :)

Hi,

I hope this post is well received as I assume it's a bit out of the box but not sure where else to go. I'm interested in REI but still learning and haven't actually stepped into the pond yet. My question is about my personal home. I am looking to sell and it's needing some major repairs like new roof, new siding, deck needs to be completely fixed and painted...that's naming the major things. There are more things inside that aren't as major but still need to be done. I've been addressing the very small things like getting the garage door repaired, etc.

I honestly don't have the $ for all the repairs. Though it probably sounds contrary, the home is beautiful (this isn't JUST my personal opinion - people love my home but they don't see all that I see) it just needs some (expensive) repairs. I was initially thinking of pricing it lower than the market rate to compensate for the repair costs (like $45 - 60k lower) and going with a real estate agent. However, I'm wondering if that's the best move.

Do you have advice on if I should present to investors or go the traditional REA route? Thanks so much. Aja