All Forum Posts by: Marie Fries

@Josh Beller subway tile. Easy to clean. No residue. I did it on my own house and love it. Also did custom shower floor with river stone. Easy clean. Durable as well.

@Soddee R. Boston, Massachusetts is growing. It's not stopping anytime soon.

Hi Michael,

I'm in a similar situation as you are (just starting out). I've always wanted to be involved in Real Estate but my life journey took a different turn. Currently, I'm looking to find a job in the Real Estate field while working on my financial freedom. I attend a regular real estate Meetup groups and have connected with someone that is a Property Manager and she thinks it is one of the good ways to start in the business if I plan on owning my own properties. I just started applying for jobs in that field with hopes of getting some type of response.

I'm also taking my real estate license class not so much as selling it, but also learning the basics of the industry. I do plan on taking the real estate exam when I'm done and holding my license as passive while looking to invest. The other good reason to have a Real estate license is if you are a Property Manager and lease units you also may be entitled to extra compensation while collecting a paycheck (for now) and gaining experience.  

So I would suggest getting involved with local real estate Meetup groups and real estate clubs for networking, maybe obtain a real estate license in your area and keep using Bigger Pockets for resources. I drive long distances for my work and usually listen to the BP Podcasts! I started from the very first show a few weeks ago and I'm now up to Podcast 33! So instead of music radio switch to Bigger Pockets Podcasts!

Good Luck.

@Randy E. I like how you laid everything out. Good point.

@Taylor King Sorry to hear your about your difficult process. I'm new here and in the process of getting my license so I can invest. Also, I've attended a few Meetup Real Estate group for investors, maybe find one in your area and get some networking done. Good luck!

@Michael Sjogren, I just saw this was happening today. I can't make it, but wanted to know if you will be hosting another meeting like this preferably South of Boston would be great! Keep us posted!

https://www.meetup.com/Colonial-RE-Investment-Grou...

This group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. Hope to see you there!

Sorry, you are going through this. I'm new and just learned so much from everyone that posted. I did research "Squatters Rights" for your state and found this article. Maybe shed some light.

https://www.indystar.com/story/news/crime/2017/06/08/how-squatters-move-into-vacant-homes-and-scam-renters/357994001/

I'm with Get the Permit(s)!!! If your spending that kind of money and those renovations are not minor; Get the Permit!

I have always wanted to invest in Real Estate and wondering how everyone has done it without much money. So on April 10, I went to a Meetup.com group and all were welcome including beginners; they were very helpful and willing to share their experiences with me! That's where I found out about BiggerPockets.com! I have been spending lots of time on the website and hope to get started investing in Real Estate soon! BiggerPockets has been the best place to start!