All Forum Posts by: Fletcher Clardy

@Shiloh Lundahl

I also have personal and professional goals. I think we must align aspects of our personal life to ensure we can also achieve our professional goals. Thank you for sharing such detailed goals.

I have been sourcing deal flow in NC and SC. In your opinion how is the commercial investing market currently? For me it has been pretty tough to find a quality deal at a low basis which is crucial to our investment strategy.

@Ola Dantis

I have scheduled some time next week to read a few books myself. 

"Raising Capital for Real Estate, How to Establish Credibility, Attract Investors, and Fund Deals" by Hunter Thompson will be my first read.

I would like to read "Grit" also. Who is the author?

@Nathan Morgan

How is the housing market in CA?

I like that you are teaching others about the beauty of rel estate investing. I have been working with clients, coaching them on making the transition from Residential investing to Commercial investing.

My clients have exhausted their investment capital from friends and family and are seeking guidance on reaching the next level by raising funds outside their inner circle to continue investing.

@Simone Johnson

I think we may have a new platform that is fully integrated and available to the public very soon, thanks to Joe.

@Joe Villeneuve

That seems like a very sophisticated system that other real estate investors could use.

You should consider marketing this product. I am curious in learning more myself.

@Joe Villeneuve

What systems separate your software from the rest?

Is it available for other professionals? I would be interested in seeing for myself.

@Joe Villeneuve

I like the idea of creating our own software based on the systems. Our problem is we are not sophisticated in software development. I am currently researching CRM (customer relationship management) real estate platforms that are fully integrated with Microsoft office, gmail, mail chimp etc.

Are you still using other software within the company? Or does the software you created manage all aspects of the business in one platform?

@Joe Villeneuve

1. Website (Marketing) - Based on client feedback, our current website does not adequately highlight our services and what Clarity does.  We decided to upgrade to a more sophisticated platform and we want to make sure if you visit our website you understand who we are, what we do, and what we can do for you.

2. Portfolio trade (Business Model) - Based on our business model of a 3-5 year hold, it is time to trade these two properties. We have added value and the properties have appreciated. We are preparing for the next down-turn in the market also. Our economist predict the market flattening out within 18-24 months.

3.Systems/Procedures (Operations) - Systems and processes play a significant role in our company and anyone who is building a company. They are the company's essential building blocks and support. Systems also enable employers to monitor and manage our staff and prepare them for success within the company and their role.

With quality systems in place, we can focus more on revenue generating activities rather than running around putting out small fires (employee challenges/issues). 

@Andrew Hogan Thank you for the app info. I will check that out.

@Jeremy Lewis That sounds like a great plan. I have also been aggressively paying down my student loan debt with a plan to have all paid in 3 years. No debt more capital right? Right!

Have you and your wife determined your investment criteria? (Ticket size, Asset class, Geographies)