All Forum Posts by: Gary Swank

Thank you so much everyone for providing me with some very valuable information to go on. This helps greatly and I appreciate your feedback.

Hi Joel, yes I am very aware of the differences and keeping my options open. Just getting some ideas on methodology. Thank you for your response.

Why thanks for the quick reply Shawn. It sounds like you have a great feel for your market area. I especially like your last line the best. More attractive unit, than others surrounding, for slightly cheaper rent to make it a HOT commodity. Thanks again. 

Just wanted to get some feedback from everyone on the key points that attract you to multi-family & apartment investing? Is it cash flow per square footage, Net Operating Income potential and Cap Rate? And where do you look to find these properties? Is it better to research yourself or to enlist the help of someone else more knowledgeable in the market? Would like to hear from investors who have had experience with this type of investment. Thank you.....Gary

Commercial Real Estate presents its own unique challenges whether you plan to Lease, Purchase or Sell. My investments have been on small to medium size multi-unit residential properties, office suites, buildings and land. 

I have  resided in all 4 quadrants of Pittsburgh and my real estate experience includes over 13 years in the industry as a real estate agent plus affiliated services including mortgage, appraisal, settlement and more.

I look forward to talking with other investors and engaging in forum discussions. 

Hi Kevin, I am a Real Estate Agent who is currently working with other investors in the Pittsburgh area. I have also helped those from outside Pittsburgh who are relocating as I have lived here my whole life. I know the area and commercial/residential market very well as I have also lived in all four quadrants of Pittsburgh. I am very interested in listening to your ideas further. Feel free to contact me at 412-315-4595....Thank you and welcome. Sincerely, Gary Swank, Realtor with RE/MAX Real Estate Solutions.

You make a valid point, Jeremy.  We always want to be careful of location.  Sometimes a block or two make the difference.

Sorry for the delay in replying, David.  It's the area that sort of borders East Liberty and Lincoln-Larrimer.  The cool thing is that it's part of 15206 which includes Shadyside..  very interesting.   And Google located in this area, which says something...they've invested.  They're located on Penn Ave.  And to my understanding, the Bakery Sq area is attracting other businesses which brings in buyers and renters.   Just a thought......

Hi David.  Yes, Lawrenceville is up and coming.  The South Side on East Carson for sure continues to expand based on the new retail space.  But an area to watch, in my opinion, is Bakery Square.  As a realtor, it's my job to keep track of what's going on, both in residential and commercial.  Drop me a line if you want to chat further.

Gary Swank, Realtor with RE/MAX Real Estate Solutions:

Hi Scott, While I do not live in South hills, I am very familiar with that target market area. I live near downtown Pittsburgh and cover the entire city and surrounding areas including Washington PA. I would be more than happy to send you listings of new properties in your area and/or area of your interest. And then if you would like to see them we can arrange that as well. Feel free to discuss this further by calling me direct at:

412-536-5702

Would love to hear from you. Sincerely, Gary Swank

www.garyswank.net