All Forum Posts by: Rob Lawrence

Join us at VRA Realty on the evening of Wednesday, June 12th as Liz Connelly talks about how to invest out of state. This is a monthly Real estate investor meeting for education and networking. We bring in experienced real estate investors and professionals to share their knowledge and contribute to the group. Need financing? Want to find off-market deals? Need a contractor or another A+ team member to be successful. Come out and network!

Join us for an insightful meeting delving into the intricacies of real estate and estate law. Joining us will be Matthew Konchel from the law offices of Konchel & Associates. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this meetup offers a comprehensive exploration of key topics such as property transactions, inheritance laws, and legal nuances shaping the real estate landscape. Engage with industry experts, share experiences, and gain valuable insights to navigate the complex intersection of real estate and legal regulations.

These real estate investor meetings are for learning and networking. We bring experienced real estate investors and professionals to share their knowledge and contribute to the group. Need financing? Want to find off-market deals? Need a contractor or another A+ team member to be successful. Come out and network!

Join us for an engaging open forum on real estate investing, where seasoned investors and aspiring property moguls converge to share insights, strategies, and pitfalls to avoid in the dynamic world of real estate. Whether you're a novice seeking guidance or a veteran looking to exchange ideas, this forum offers a collaborative space to explore opportunities, dissect market trends, and foster valuable connections within property investment.

These real estate investor meetings are for learning and networking. We bring experienced real estate investors and professionals to share their knowledge and contribute to the group. Need financing? Want to find off-market deals? Need a contractor or another A+ team member to be successful. Come out and network!

Scott Darling will address essential financial topics, including good debt strategies, optimizing cash flow, evaluating assets versus liabilities, and balancing leveraging and paying off debt. Attendees can expect a concise and insightful exploration of these key concepts, providing practical guidance for achieving long-term financial success.

Real Estate Investor meeting for education and networking. We bring experienced real estate investors and professionals to share their knowledge and contribute to the group. Need financing? Want to find off-market deals? Need a contractor or another A+ team member to be successful. Come out and network!

I think it is really tough to wholesale and be a Realtor at the same time.  Sort of a conflict there.

Hey, I sent you an invite to connect.  I think the Philly burbs are a great place to invest.  I do it myself and help others do it as well!

Good early afternoon everyone! Please note:
Due to a scheduling conflict with Timothy's, our meetup will once again be taking place at our office. Our office's address is:

VRA Realty
1244 West Chester Pike
Suite 409
West Chester PA 19382

Please remember our meetup is taking place on a Thursday night, February 15th as well. I look forward to seeing everyone again soon!

Investment Info:

Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

Purchase price: $293,000
Cash invested: $135,000

Bought this single family house, and I am currently in the process of renovating it. Planning the BRRRR it, should be able to rent it for $3,700 is my expectation. Should get some cash flow at that rent. ARV should be $575k when completed.

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

I like the single family house investing strategy and I have done a few.

How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

It was on market. Made an offer of $275k on a $389k list price. Initially rejected my offer, and came back to me. Asked me to come up a little and I went to $293k and waived my commission.

How did you finance this deal?

I used hard money and HELOC's on other properties

How did you add value to the deal?

I am going to be doing an extensive renovation, biggest thing is dorming out the roof to increase the size of the bedrooms.

Lessons learned? Challenges?

Learning to deal with structural changes and using an architect.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I was my own agent for this one.

A successful real estate investing strategy requires a meticulous blend of market analysis, risk assessment, and financial planning. With our next speaker Steven Seymour, learn to identify your investment goals, whether long-term wealth accumulation, regular income streams, or a combination of both. The upcoming investor meetup presents an opportunity to delve into these key components, fostering a comprehensive strategy that aligns with the dynamic nature of the real estate market.

Our monthly real estate Investor meetup is for education and networking. We bring in experienced real estate investors and professionals to share their knowledge and contribute to the group. Need financing? Want to find off-market deals? Need a contractor or another A+ team member to be successful. Come out and network!

Good morning everyone! I just wanted to remind everyone our meetup has a different location for tonight. It will take place at VRA Realty, 1244 West Chester Pike, Suite 409, West Chester PA 19382. You can find more details here if needed as well: January 10th Meetup