All Forum Posts by: Eric G.

@Kyle Grimm

I'm a Detective from Baltimore and recently closed on my first two unit property. I've been with my agency for 3 years and work 80-85 hours a week. The ability to work overtime really helps to generate cash for future deals. Lastly, i'm looking for an investor friendly Accountant in the Baltimore area. If anyone has a recommendation please give me a shout.

I'm still looking for my investor friendly accountant. However, my investor friendly agent is Brad Chenowith with Keller Williams. He's a former co-worker who now does REI full time and has multiple units of his own. Focuses on multi family properties and complete gut and renovations in the city. Hope that helps.

 Gabriel, can I send you a PM in reference to your accountant? I'm currently looking for one. 

Wow @Dmitriy Fomichenko, @Ned Carey, @Mark McGarry, @Tim Youse all of your feedback is greatly appreciated. Lastly, does anyone have or recommend a software for managing properties, or is it better to simply use excel until I have more units under my belt?

@Kody Veit - It would be great to connect sometime so I can tell you about this property. I currently live in Canton but I previously lived in Fed. Shoot me a PM when you get a chance.

Thanks a lot guys, I appreciate the insight.

My name is Eric and I have been listening to the BP Podcasts for around 6 months now. I currently live in Baltimore MD but i'm originally from Bergen County, NJ. While I love everything about REI, my true passion is in my current career in Law Enforcement. As of now, i'm more so interested in a buy and hold strategy long term. Based on the wealth of knowledge this site provides, I wouldn't be surprised if I ended up exploring other options down the road. I just purchased my first two unit property in the "Canton" area of the City and would love to connect with other investors who can provide insight and possibly business relationships for the future.

The property is divided into two units, downstairs and upstairs, both with separate meters ( Both one bedroom). I have rented the downstairs with a tenant who is on a 1 year lease for $950 a month. I plan on occupying the upstairs unit for at least a year, maybe two before exploring the option to rent both sides. After I renovate the top (which I plan to do myself), I should be able to get $1000-1100 a month. I would love to meet other investors who can provide insight as this is my first experience as a land lord.

Thanks, 

Eric