All Forum Posts by: Rhonda Shrum

Look forward to it! 

Hi @Mike Krigbaum, this is what I am going to. It's a free workshop put on by SSIC. It's on Technology Drive from 7-9. I think it's geared to newbies like myself, but I'm sure there's info to be gained for everyone!

http://www.ssiconline.com/free-real-estate-investing-workshop/#1

It's actually one of their free workshops, so it may be advanced for you! I forgot it wasn't part of the monthly meetings. 

7-9pm

2310 Technology Dr, O'Fallon, MO 63368

@Ryan Billingsley will you be at the SSIC meeting Monday night? Would love to connect!

Great, I'll look for you to say hello! @Ashleigh Galucia

I like Michael's glass tile suggestions. I consider the backsplash to sometimes be the "great unifier" of the kitchen, and with those mosaics you can bring in each color to tie together. I like subway tile, but I'm afraid you run the risk of looking too bland.

Hi @Ashleigh Galucia! I'm in the same boat, a newbie living in St. Charles County with my husband. I'm in marketing and design, he is an engineer for a construction company. My goal is to start off in wholesaling, and move to flipping and buy and hold.

Have you been to any live meetings yet? I attended a Fasterhouse meeting on Tuesday which was super informative, and next Monday I'll be at the Southside Investment Club meeting, it should be a great networking experience!

Thank you all for your insight!

I keep reading differing things...either the "profit is in the sweat equity" or "I made a mistake by trying to do it all myself." How do you know what's right? My husband and I both work full time. Our first flip (which, I've set a goal to buy my first house this summer) will have to use contractors. I am terrified, though, of overspending on labor. Eventually I'd like us both to do this full time, and at that point, yes, we can both do a lot of work. But which is the smarter way? Can I still make money, in St. Louis, hiring out?

You guys have given me a lot to think about! Are there any forms anywhere, basic contracts you can edit?