All Forum Posts by: Marco Santarelli

Hi Adam Craig,

You have a very logical way of thinking about the benefits of investing out of state, and in turnkey investment properties.

As the founder of one of the largest turnkey property providers I can tell you that it is one of the best ways to invest in out-of-state rental property -- especially from a time perspective (as is the case with you).

Your concerns are all valid - you want to work with a company that you can trust and will look out for your best interests. Where I would disagree with you is on the purchase price... You don't always pay retail (or above). I am saying that from my/our own personal experience over the years.

There are a lot of good opportunities today in markets all around the U.S. Look around, do your due diligence, ask a lot of questions, and invest wisely!

Continued success,

Marco Santarelli

Hi TJ -- welcome to BP! Great community here. I'm not sure I really want to know how you got 13 kids but congratulations!! ;-)

I love the Atlanta metro market. Been investing and selling property there for many years. You will do well there!

Continued success!

Hi Jaime Nichols,

1. Don't rush into anything... Take your time and research your options. Real estate is my favorite choice (SFD, mult-units), but you can invest in performing notes, syndications, private placements, etc.

2. With real estate, be sure to choose your markets carefully. Consider the health of the housing market and the local economics. Then look a the neighborhood(s), and finally consider the property's condition and cash flow.

P.S. Don't post your investment capital on BP. Keep it private. :-)

Marco Santarelli

Hi Joel Stell,

We deal with this all the time. I always tell our investor clients to shop around, ask lots of questions, and pick the best product for their needs. Of course the relationship with the lender or mortgage broker is important too, but you will never know what that's like until you start a conversation.

Continued success,

Marco Santarelli

Hi Mark Mahuex!

Welcome to BP. There will be no shortage of "like-minded" investors here!

Continued success,

Marco Santarelli

Jarese Bradford - What sort of "information" are you looking for? Maybe I can point you in the right direction.

Hi Jarese Bradford.

Welcome to BP!

I'm pretty familiar with Motor City. I used to invest there quite heavily in 2004. In fact I was there once or twice EVERY month throughout the year! I liked the revitalization that was coming along downtown, and only wished that it kept going.

Anyway, those days are gone, but I still work with real estate investors around the world helping them create wealth! :)

Continued success,
Marco Santarelli

Hi Sean Mitch... welcome to BP. Lots of good information and expertise here. Jump in!

Continued success,

Marco Santarelli

Hola Salvador Pepe! Welcome to BP. Great community here, so jump on in.

Cash flow is the name of the game! :-)

Hi Geoffrey Murray.

Welcome to BP!

Don't feel apprehensive about investing out of your local area. Some of the best deals you may ever find will likely be out-of-area investments. I am an out-of-state investor (bought over 100 units), and 95% of our clients are all long distance investors buying "turnkey" rental properties (not wholesale or fixers).

Enjoy they forums.

Continued success,

Marco Santarelli