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All Forum Posts by: Alleia James

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Post: Chicago REIA... does anyone attend their meetings?

Alleia JamesPosted
  • Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 62
  • Votes 23

@Nino Alfano Hi Nino! Can you provide a link? How can I sign up or receive more information about the meeting?

Warmly,

AJ

Post: Looking for a Chicago Team!

Alleia JamesPosted
  • Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 62
  • Votes 23

@Aja Devaney Hi Aja!

I have the same vision - build generational wealth and revitalize underserved communities. I sent you a message. 

Warmly,

AJ

Post: Looking for network in Chicago, Denver, Tucson Areas

Alleia JamesPosted
  • Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 62
  • Votes 23

@Geri Filipov Hi Geri!

Let's connect. I am searching for properties in the SW side of Chicago and south suburbs.

Warmly,

AJ

Post: Looking for network in Chicago, Denver, Tucson Areas

Alleia JamesPosted
  • Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 62
  • Votes 23

@QuoVadis Gates That is fantastic - very inspiring. My goal is to house hack a 3 or 4 unit building. Financing options: FHA loan or Home Possible. I sent you a message to connect.

Warmly,

AJ

Post: Looking for network in Chicago, Denver, Tucson Areas

Alleia JamesPosted
  • Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 62
  • Votes 23

@QuoVadis Gates Hi QuoVadis!

I am new to REI. What type of property do you invest in?

Post: Fannie Mae vs FHA Loan

Alleia JamesPosted
  • Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 62
  • Votes 23

I have the exact same question! I've heard some people mention the Home Possible Loan as an alternative option.

Post: Anyone acting as their own General Contractor?

Alleia JamesPosted
  • Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 62
  • Votes 23

@Michael Kevorkian Hi Michael!

I am new to investing; thus, I have a few questions. How do I know if a contractor is cutting corners? I don't specialize in construction or maintenance. 

If I don't want to hire a PM, do you have any negotiation tips or stories that helped you reduce the total cost?

What type of insurance should the GC obtain?

Warmly,

AJ

Post: 2 yr. College Investment or Jump into Real Estate?

Alleia JamesPosted
  • Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 62
  • Votes 23

@Joseph Cacciapaglia Hi Joseph!

I recently obtained my B.S in Finance. Do you recommend I get my leasing license or simply take real estate classes at a community college?

Warmly,

AJ

@Harjeet Bhatti Hi Harjeet!

Can you explain how investors refinance to obtain more property? I'm assuming they have to put 20% down and that starts to add up very quickly.

Warmly,

AJ

Post: SW Chicago suburbs/NW Indiana

Alleia JamesPosted
  • Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • Posts 62
  • Votes 23

@Crystal Smith Hi Crystal!

I am looking for 3-4 multifamily property on the Southside of Chicago and south suburbs. I would owner occupy one of the units. What do you recommend? Should I look at different areas?

Warmly,

AJ