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All Forum Posts by: Leah Copertino

Leah Copertino has started 1 posts and replied 3 times.

Post: Colorado Springs buy and hold - Anyone investing here?

Leah CopertinoPosted
  • Investor
  • Bay Area California
  • Posts 3
  • Votes 2

Hey @James Carlson thank you so much for the perspective! Agree, not really buying in Colorado for pure cash flow and are more viewing it as an appreciation play. Our two SFHs are actually in Arvada, which we love as an investment area, especially with the new lightrail. But with our scale goals, it's a bit more expensive than we'd like, which is why we're looking at somewhat more affordable markets. Assuming that's how you ended up in the Springs from Denver as well? I think ultimately we would look to buy a couple more doors in Colorado and then invest additional dollars in the Midwest (eyeing Cleveland) to create a portfolio balanced in cash flow and appreciation opportunities.

Haven't thought about short terms in Arvada - Is there a healthy market for that there? Changing legislation continues to make me nervous about short terms. Plus I don't live in the area so would have to outsource all the mgmt and turnover process between visitors. Would def be open to it though! An interesting thought

Post: Colorado Springs buy and hold - Anyone investing here?

Leah CopertinoPosted
  • Investor
  • Bay Area California
  • Posts 3
  • Votes 2

@Jenny Bayless Amazing congrats on your most recent acquisition! Are there certain areas you guys target and certain areas you avoid? Normally I like to fly out to do some neighborhood scouting myself but I don't think I'll be able to this year with Covid (and being 7 mths pregnant ;) ) and don't want it to slow me down! I generally try to buy B class properties in A or B class neighborhoods. Definitely want to make sure I'm looking in nicer parts of town where I can rent out to quality tenants. Any local guidance would be really appreciated! Looking to buy triplex or quad ideally where I can build in some forced appreciation through upfront upgrades like paint, carpeting, landscaping, counters/appliances, new fixtures, etc

cc @Alec Zielinski @Jeremy Gaal

Post: Colorado Springs buy and hold - Anyone investing here?

Leah CopertinoPosted
  • Investor
  • Bay Area California
  • Posts 3
  • Votes 2

Hey BP community! Is anyone currently investing in Colorado Springs or have any experience investing in this market? I currently own two single families just North of Denver and am looking to move into small multi-family. I'm interested in exploring CO Springs as my next potential market since it's a bit cheaper than Denver but know it's a funky town and want to get a handle on the neighborhoods. I'm a long-distance investor based in the Bay Area California. LMK if anyone is open to connecting on this! TY