All Forum Posts by: Laura Alamery

@Assaf Furman It's a little on the high side, but then again if you are new to flipping, you have to do what you have to do. It is also area specific, depending on crime, vandalism and risk factors

I personally use Zurich Builders Risk Policy on my flips. They use a formula to figure out my monthly premium, based on the properties you own as of the first of the month. You file a report and send in a check. I do several flips at a time, so it is very efficient and I don't have to call the insurance company every time I buy or sell a property. Just the report. I think they are probably cheaper than what you have been quoted, but then again, it depends on the area where the flip is located.

Hello @Arch Zambrano from a neighbor Floridian! :)

My recommendation is that you choose a name tied to your personal name. If you are dealing with private owners (as a wholesaler you probably will be), you want to keep the personal and approachable connotation to your business. For instance, Zambrano Properties LLC or Arch Properties. Avoid 'Realty' with your name, unless you are licensed.

:) Stay motivated, keep reading and educating yourself and you will reach your goals. Motivation and determination go a long way in this business. @Carlos Mendez

Welcome @Amos Perez! Florida is a great place to get into real estate investing. I do have a network and real estate club in Orlando. Come and join us some time!

If there is good equity, a private lender would be very interested in partnering with you. $7k does not seem enough to purchase or rehab a property. Is this for a downpayment? As long as there is good equity (at least 30% FMV), you should be ok.

How do you find private lenders or individuals with money? One fast way - do an MLS search and look for properties that have sold for cash over the last few months in the area where your property/deal is located. Contact those buyers.

Hello Jeff and welcome. The Midwest is a great place for investing in real estate. I have been an investor in St Louis for over 20 years and I also invest in Chicago.

The key is knowing how to find 'distressed' properties (undervalued). Look into tax delinquent properties, pre-foreclosures, probate, bankruptcy Chapter 7 liquidations. All this information and databases are free and like I always say, the best inventory is straight from the source. :)

Hello Carlos and welcome! You are definitely in the right place here. This forum has a lot of active investors and resources for you to learn from. I have been an investor for 29 years and I work with investors nationwide, including San Antonio. Make sure that whoever you work with as a mentor is someone you can approach and "walk the talk" :) 

It seems you are already doing the right things. Most of all, be proactive and build momentum.

Please Note: Only 14 people will be accepted on the bus tour - when the seats are gone, I will close down future reservations and I will have a wait list in case someone cancels (5 days or more prior to the event.)

Please Reserve your Spot Today! - 

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St Louis Real Estate Bus Tour

September 23rd (Friday)
9:00am to 4:00pm

NOTE: I suggest you do take the Bootcamp, since we will be working on deals and leads found during the bootcamp (how to research properties, analyzing deals and going through the legal paper,) plus much more!

* Visit a Live Foreclosure Auction – I will explain the mechanics and bidding process
* Perform our own title search – I will show you how, which will save you $1,000s
* Tour an area and look for abandoned properties, foreclosures & more – I will show you what to look for, how to determine if it is a good deal or not, and more

Lunch Included! At the Old Spaghetti Factory at the Landing, where we will also review information and answer questions

ONLY 14 People Accepted for the BUS TOUR – Sign Up Today to Reserve Your Spot! 

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Please Note: Only 20 people will be accepted at the training- when the seats are gone, I will close down future reservations and I will have a wait list in case someone cancels (5 days or more prior to the event.)

Please Reserve your Spot Today! -- 

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Rapid REI Riches with Laura Al-Amery

ONE DAY LIVE Bootcamp

September 22, Thursday

9:00am to 5:00pm

at Brentwood Community Center

LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE - Only 20 Seats **Seating is limited to 20 people for this workshop.

Attention: New and Experienced Real Estate Investors

The Rules have changed: find out the best strategies out there and how to apply them!

Some of the most common concerns I hear from people wanting to get into real estate investing or have tried at real estate investing with little success are: “I have a lot of information, but I don’t know where to start!” or “I need a step-by-step action plan – kind of a ‘connect the dots’ system” or “I have no one to ask questions or help, and I am afraid to get started.” Sounds familiar?

During this all day bootcamp my goal is to set up a map for you, a plan of action, where I will share with you all the essential knowledge and tools (without overwhelming you,) which are going to get you out there and close that deal!

During this All Day Bootcamp you will Learn:

* How to Set Up a Successful Real Estate Business
* The 4 Outcomes of Real Estate Investing - Step by Step: Wholesaling, Assignments, Buy and Hold and Fix and Flip - Step-by-Step Process
* How to Build a “Qualified” Buyers’ List - my favorite ways
* Secret System on How to Find the "Truly" Motivated Sellers – 25 Ways - including my absolute favorite 3 ways and how exactly I do it
* Analyzing Deals – In Class Exercises and Implementation
* Automating the Lead Generation with 20 Free Marketing Strategies
* Creative Funding Resources
* Downloadable Contracts, Forms & Scripts
* Full Day Hands On Implementation
* Complete Video of the Entire Session
* Slide Notes for All Tutorials

You will leave with a Personalized Step-by-Step System specific to your goals!

RSVP HERE- https://www.meetup.com/stlrenetworking/events/233447934/

And don't forget to sign up and check out the following day BUS TOUR!

• Join Us in Chicago & Network with Powerful Real Estate Leaders from Around the Nation.

  For more information and to reserve your FREE tickets, go to this link:

  https://realty411.ticketleap.com/chicago/

  Note: RSVPs on Meetup WILL NOT give you the FREE tickets or access to the event.

  We have a Very Special Day in Store for You.

  1 Day of JAM-PACKED Quality Education!

  Learn from the TOP Investors Around the Nation,

  Plus, Build NEW Connections

  and Collaborations with Powerful Industry Leaders

  Discussions cover a wide range of topics:

  Commercial & Residential Real Estate * Private Lending * Raising Capital * Networking Tips to Grow Your Influence * Strategies to Increase ROI * Gain Perspectives on TOP Local & National HOT Markets * Fix & Flips * Buy and Hold + Wholesaling, Notes & More...

  We have investors joining us from many states!

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