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All Forum Posts by: Mike G.

Mike G. has started 11 posts and replied 556 times.

Post: 60 Day Challenge Bookcamp by InvestClub for Women, OC CA

Mike G.Posted
  • Rehabber / Flipper
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • Posts 597
  • Votes 259

Tina, the first question you have to ask yourself is what type of investing are you looking to do.  The last time I heard about the investclub bootcamp, it was entirely about wholesaling.  If that's not what you want to do (and if it is what they still teach) then it would clearly be a waste of time and money.  I would definitely suggest you go to their meetings for a while in any case before committing that kind of money.

Post: Appliances Brands in High End Flip

Mike G.Posted
  • Rehabber / Flipper
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • Posts 597
  • Votes 259

We have generally used Viking.

Post: Alarm Systems for flips in progress

Mike G.Posted
  • Rehabber / Flipper
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • Posts 597
  • Votes 259

We have used a Fortress Security system in the past.  It is a self-monitored system, which means it will call/text you when something is triggered.

Post: MileIQ awesome mileage tracker

Mike G.Posted
  • Rehabber / Flipper
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • Posts 597
  • Votes 259

Yeah, with a quick glance at Automatic, I notice that it might also allow me to use Siri with my car, which would be cool.

Post: MileIQ awesome mileage tracker

Mike G.Posted
  • Rehabber / Flipper
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • Posts 597
  • Votes 259

Yeah, I like MileIQ.  It is very simple to use, which is exactly what I want in a mileage tracker.  The only complaint I have about it is that it doesn't know when I'm traveling in my car vs another car.  It identifies every drive.  Because my business partner and I carpool a lot, I still have to remember who drove on which day.  If I could tell it to only track when I connect to my car's Bluetooth, then it would be perfect.

Post: Sprinkler System recall

Mike G.Posted
  • Rehabber / Flipper
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • Posts 597
  • Votes 259

Haven't had to deal with a recalled system.  We use fairly standard equipment.  Typically Toro pop-ups, Orbit timer, basic anti-siphon valves.  When getting estimates, just make sure the contractor specifies what equipment will be used - brands, sizes, piping specs.

Post: What are the First Five Things You Do After a Property Sells?..

Mike G.Posted
  • Rehabber / Flipper
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • Posts 597
  • Votes 259

1. Terminate property insurance policy

2. Notify gardener/pool service that the house is sold

3. Update property spreadsheet/Quickbooks

4. Post before and after photos

5. Evaluate what we learned - good and bad

Post: Security Camera: No electric or internet... Suggestions?

Mike G.Posted
  • Rehabber / Flipper
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • Posts 597
  • Votes 259

Here is a link I found a while ago researching something similar. It's a do-it-yourself system. It's not going to be less than $100, though:

Build Trail Camera

Post: LA Investors Meetup

Mike G.Posted
  • Rehabber / Flipper
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • Posts 597
  • Votes 259

Sorry I wasn't able to make this one, Jeff.  I was at a rehab all day.  Hope you had a great meeting!

Post: Security System???

Mike G.Posted
  • Rehabber / Flipper
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • Posts 597
  • Votes 259

You should also check out Fortress Security's system.  There is no monthly fee, it calls you if something is triggered.  And unlike Simplisafe, it doesn't looks silly.