All Forum Posts by: Katie Miller

 Oh boy, how do you get anything done with bad agents, lenders, and contractors?! 

Hey Tim! This would be a great question to post in the Pro-Only Forum (since only Pros can attend bootcamps). Check it out here and be sure to "follow" the forum for Pro-only

Title says it all: What's something nobody tells you about Real Estate Investing, but should?

I'll go first: THE MAIL! and the TEXTS! It's overwhelming. I've never gotten more snail mail in my life (mortgage statements, bank statements, invoices, etc.) and it seems like every time we turn it to "paperless" options, the mortgage is sold and then I get all new mailed statements to turn off again. Also, all the texts/calls from people looking to buy my properties... I'm not selling! 

What's something YOU learned that nobody talks about in Real Estate?

This is really helpful everyone! Thank you! 

I think some STR investors don't think of themselves as investors and come from the hospitality industry. I also think some STR investors don't think of themselves as hosts and that also causes problems (another conversation to have!)

But! BiggerPockets is the center of the venn diagram between "investors" and "hospitality" IMO! 

Hey BP STR hosts! Do y'all decorate at your STR for the holidays? If yes, why? If no, why not?

I'm the type to not put any energy into extra work into the STR unless there's a clear ROI so if y'all have any guest testimonials or reviews that specifically called out decorations, I'd love to see 'em!

 I would say if your agent is balking at this, they're not friendly to investors and especially not friendly to OOS investors. They'd be walking these in person with someone if they lived locally and have potential to make a great friend (YOU!) forever and you, as an investor, will likely buy more properties than the average person they are working with. 

I would find an investor-friendly agent in the area using our Agent Finder instead of continuing on with someone who isn't willing to work for you!

Hi DeAnna! Are you looking to purchase a home in Ohio? If so, I suggest starting a conversation with a local agent in the area to figure out best locations/investments/path of progress etc. 

I recommend using Agent Finder to match with a local, investor-friendly real estate agent who can help you find that perfect spot!

 Hi! Is this link working for you? https://biggerpockets.zoom.us/j/81470825204