All Forum Posts by: Dan Guenther

Hey @Bennan Wilson, welcome to the community! 

I've met my best contractors through meetup groups. In my opinion this is the best way to get in front of investors and to build relationships in a non-salesy manner. Reach out anytime, I'm always looking to connect with contractors in the area. 

Hey @Noah Tsehaye, welcome to the community! You are in a great place to start making moves in your real estate career. Denver has an awesome community of investors and most people are more than happy to help out new investors. If you go up to the learn tab and then events, you'll find that there are endless in-person meetup groups around Denver. This is going to be one of the best ways to start connecting with like-minded people and to learn from others. Let me know if you want some advice on my favorite meetups in the area. 

Good luck to you! 

Hey @Kevin S Porter Sr, welcome to the community! 

Do you have a specific market you are looking in? There are a lot of different routes you can choose on the financing side. Have you spoken to any lenders yet? 

Reach out anytime if you want to dig more into the different financing options that are available for investors. 

Hey @Kelvin Ortega welcome to the community! 

When it comes to owning your first home and buying a property to rent out, there are several routes you can consider, each with its own pros and cons. It's ultimately going to come down to your overall goals and current life situation. House hacking is the tried and true method for getting started but again this isn't always an option for everyone. Here are some thoughts to consider: 

Owning Two Apartments:
Buying two separate apartments can be a viable option. You can live in one and rent out the other, providing a source of rental income. This approach allows for greater flexibility in terms of location and property types. However, it's important to consider the financial implications, such as the down payment, mortgage costs, property taxes, maintenance, and management responsibilities for both units.

Investing in a Multi-Family Property:
Purchasing a multi-family property, such as a duplex, triplex, or larger building, can be an attractive option. By doing so, you become a landlord for multiple units, increasing your rental income potential. This route offers economies of scale, as maintenance and management tasks can be consolidated. However, acquiring a multi-family property requires careful analysis of the local rental market, property management skills, and potentially more complex financing options.

Purchasing Two Condos:
Buying two condos is another possibility. This approach provides the advantage of separate units that can be rented out individually. Condos often come with amenities and may require less maintenance compared to houses or multi-family properties. However, it's essential to consider condo association fees, rules, and restrictions that may affect your rental strategy and overall profitability.

Ultimately, the best route depends on your financial situation, personal preferences, and local real estate market conditions. It is crucial to conduct thorough research, consider the costs and potential returns, and evaluate your ability to handle property management or hire a professional property manager. 

Reach out anytime if you want to talk a bit more about how to get started and then how to scale after that first one. 

Hey @Derek Howe, 

When considering whether to sell your rental duplexes and pay off your primary residence as a defensive measure, it's important to carefully weigh the options and consider various factors. Here are a few points that I'd take into consideration:

1. Diversification: Rental properties can provide a form of diversification in your investment portfolio. Selling them and putting all your resources into a primary residence may reduce your investment diversification.
2. Long-term investment goals: Assess your long-term investment goals and how the sale of your rental properties aligns with those goals. Consider factors such as cash flow, potential appreciation, and your risk tolerance.
3. Economic and geopolitical factors: It's important to stay informed about the changing world order and understand the potential impacts on the economy. However, making investment decisions based solely on predictions or speculation can be challenging. Instead, focus on building a resilient and diversified portfolio that can withstand different economic scenarios.
4. Financial stability and risk management: Evaluate your overall financial situation, including your emergency fund, other investments, and sources of income. This can help you determine the level of risk you're comfortable with and whether paying off your primary residence makes sense as a defensive measure.

No one can accurately predict the future, and it's important to make investment decisions based on thorough analysis and your individual goals and risk tolerance. If you want to go through the numbers on each scenario just reach out and we can talk it through a bit more. 

Hey @Jake Johnson, welcome to the community! 

If you haven't already I'd connect with an investor-friendly agent and lender that are familiar with both investing and VA loans. Reach out if you want some references for either one!

@Hillary Kam

Welcome to the BiggerPockets community! No matter where you stand in your real estate investing journey, BiggerPockets is the ultimate resource for all of your investing needs. I’d suggest starting out by networking with as many other investors as possible and being an active participant in the forums.

If you haven’t already subscribed to the BiggerPockets podcasts, do that ASAP. Look for meetups in your area (virtual) on Meetup.com or FB Groups, attend free webinars, start reading as much as possible on any and all topics related to investing and real estate. Use the forums to help you search for the answers to all of your questions. If you can’t find your answers, then create your own post!

Feel free to reach out if you want more specific advice.

Good luck and get educated!

Hey @Thai Jon HuaKonz - Welcome to the community! 

Unfortunately, there isn't typically a way around the 30-day rule within an HOA. In general, I prefer to stay away from HOAs when looking into STR deals. HOA's come with a lot of restrictions and they can also change the rules on you at any time which isn't ideal from an investor's perspective.

Reach out if you want to talk more! 

Come join us for a great opportunity to network and meet like-minded people! This is a casual and low-pressure Meetup where everyone is welcome. If you are interested in real estate investing or the financial independence movement in general, this is a great place to come meet others who are also seeking the same goals.

As always message me with any questions!

RSVP on the Meetup page here: 

https://www.meetup.com/boulder...

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