All Forum Posts by: Lauren Lockett

Quote from @Lucia Rushton:

@Lauren Lockett welcome and congratulations for making the commitment!

Even newbies have questions that add value to other newbies or even seasoned investors. That is how I have treated my new faith, with lots of questions and many people tell me it adds value to their lives.

Best wishes and reach out if you need anything or have questions.

 Thanks so much Lucia! I will absolutely begin doing that. I feel a little uneasy not knowing how to contribute but you're right. I'm hoping as I learn and implement I can share more too! I will definitely begin posting questions or whatever I've found helpful! How are things going your way and what are you looking to do in the metroplex? 

Quote from @Zach Edelman:

Welcome to BP! Unfortunate what recently occurred regarding STRs in DTX. 

Hey Zach! Absolutely unfortunate for the single family zones in Dallas, but I'm grateful for the opportunities we still have in multifamily zones and in specific areas outside the metroplex. It still presents great opportunities for STR investors if they are absolutely set on investing in and around the area. Are you investing in the Austin area or throughout Texas as well? 

Quote from @Justin Vogelgesang:

Hey @Lauren Lockett I think you'll find a lot of like-minded individuals in this community. You should definitely check out some of the meetups in DFW also! Those are great for networking and learning from some of the experienced real estate professionals. 

Side note: even newbies here have something valuable to bring to the table, so don't be shy to post or answer questions.

Hey Justin! I certainly will jump in where I can as a newbie. I jumped into my first meetup last week with IMPACT (I think it's an Arlington REIA I found on Google/Meetup) in Fort Worth last Thursday and it was great! Reading the forums and listening to the podcasts, I've heard that recurring theme to begin by connecting and networking with this community! My goal is to go to an event a week and make 3 new connections. Do you have any suggestions on DFW meetups that you find helpful?

Good morning! 

I work nights and everyday I say I'm going to try to wait to post during the day like a normal person. That could be in another 2 months so let's just get to it! :) 

Hey guys, my name is Lauren! My husband James and I live in Grand Prairie (a suburb of DFW,TX!) with our 2 sons- Cole and Canon. After following the Smarter Phases, I've locked down some goals/strategy and am now on the Market Phase of the process. My goal is to invest in a short term rental property in Texas, Oklahoma or Mississippi, but I'm honestly trying to figure out the market part by researching and really landing in on a spot to invest. I live in Texas currently, was born in Mississippi and grew up in Oklahoma. I've got some funds for a down payment and have realized with my income it'll be best to really study creative financing and learn more about strategic ways to leverage what I have. 

I first got interested in real estate right before having kids and ended up Airbnbing my place for a few years up until 2018 because I figured I'd need more income and options to invest for their future. I also want to travel and give more. I'm here now wanting to restart and get serious about real estate investing. 

I'm looking to create long-lasting relationships with go givers. (in real life, I've started reading a book a week on relationships and networking...because growth right?) 

Here's a question I have. How on earth do your provide value in this community when you're new?! 

WOW, lots of insights here. Thanks so much for the in-depth look into some things I hadn't thought of searching for a STR market.

Love this! Definitely will keep this tip in mind!!!