All Forum Posts by: Brian Nakagawa

I’m interested in knowing how many BP members have invested in businesses the way Ray Kroc did to franchise and in actuality create a real estate portfolio.

@Wil Reichard Good advice. My next step is more networking. Thanks!

@Ali Boone Solid points. I think I needed to hear how foolish the idea was and why before folding. Thanks!

@Lorna Kaaloa Thanks for the feedback, and it’s always good to hear about one other person still testing the waters.

@Royce Talbo Sincerely appreciate the feedback Royce. Sounds like I have a lot more to consider in my market. I’ll stay in touch.

So I just tried to begin analyzing my first properties yesterday and I hit a snag.

I live on the island of Oʻahu in Hawaiʻi and I am interested in buying rental properties. We recently sold our townhouse to make a small profit and went back to renting to save money in order to finally start investing.

I feel like we can afford to purchase something in the range of $100-150K, which basically means apartments or townhouses in various locations of the island. However, they all seem to be leasehold properties, which makes sense because most are located in high rise buildings in Honolulu.

My question is, is there ever a reason to buy leasehold properties for the purpose of making them into rentals? And furthermore, would I be better off investing with a partner to find fee simple properties instead?

I apologize for my ignorance in advance, please correct my thinking where I have fallen short :)

So I just tried to begin analyzing my first properties yesterday and I hit a snag. I live on the island of Oʻahu in Hawaiʻi and I am interested in buying rental properties. We recently sold our townhouse to make a small profit and went back to renting to save money in order to finally start investing. I feel like we can afford to purchase something in the range of $100-150K, which basically means apartments or townhouses in various locations of the island. However, they all seem to be leasehold properties, which makes sense because most are located in high rise buildings in Honolulu. My question is, is there ever a reason to buy leasehold properties for the purpose of making them into rentals? And furthermore, would I be better off investing with a partner to find fee simple properties instead? I apologize for my ignorance in advance, please correct my thinking where I have fallen short :)

So I just tried to begin analyzing my first properties yesterday and I hit a snag. I live on the island of Oʻahu in Hawaiʻi and I am interested in buying rental properties. We recently sold our townhouse to make a small profit and went back to renting to save money in order to finally start investing. I feel like we can afford to purchase something in the range of $100-150K, which basically means apartments or townhouses in various locations of the island. However, they all seem to be leasehold properties, which makes sense because most are located in high rise buildings in Honolulu. My question is, is there ever a reason to buy leasehold properties for the purpose of making them into rentals? And furthermore, would I be better off investing with a partner to find fee simple properties instead? I apologize for my ignorance in advance, please correct my thinking where I have fallen short :)

When, where, and how often does this forum meet? I'd really like to join!

Aloha Shane! I'm also new to BP and starting along a similar track. Studying to start a home inspection business on Oʻahu and build relationships and capital through that avenue for REI.