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All Forum Posts by: Steve Kontos

Steve Kontos has started 16 posts and replied 645 times.

Post: How To Know Who To Take Advice From When You Are Just Starting Out

Steve Kontos
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  • Great Neck, NY
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There is so much BS on social media it's not even funny. It also doesn't help that the newer generations want instant gratification so it's the perfect storm to buy into the hoopla. I always tell people, it's like any other business, respect it. That means taking your time to study what you want to do (in this case what type of investing you are most interested in) and speak to those who have done it successfully. 

Post: Real Estate Developers

Steve Kontos
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  • Great Neck, NY
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Hello,

I am reaching out to the BP community to see if anyone has had any good experiences working with a real estate developer in the Eastern side of Tennessee. We have several projects in the pipeline that will require re-development and any help you can provide would be deeply appreciated!

Post: Insurance rates on long term rentals

Steve Kontos
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  • Great Neck, NY
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@Nina V.

I find going through an insurance agent helps a lot. I can refer you to one if you need.

Post: Best use of real estate equity in today's market

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  • Great Neck, NY
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@David Cheng

It's time to branch out if your area is saturated. Again, if that is something you're willing to do.

Post: Best use of real estate equity in today's market

Steve Kontos
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  • Great Neck, NY
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@Kaushik Sarkar

I would be expanding my real estate portfolio. It is still a fantastic time to buy. I disagree with using it to pay off debts or other liabilities. Stay focused and scale up.

Post: After 45 + Years in Real Estate - What Works and What Doesn’t

Steve Kontos
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  • Great Neck, NY
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At the end of the day, respect the business!!!!!!

That means put in the hard work and dedication to the SPECIFIC type of investing you want to do. Instant gratification is an illusion.

Post: New young investor looking to buy first rental property

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  • Great Neck, NY
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@Timothy Yang

Honestly, not as much. Do the best you can but the face to face encounters are always the most effective in my opinion.

Post: New young investor looking to buy first rental property

Steve Kontos
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  • Great Neck, NY
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@Timothy Yang

At this stage of your life, I highly recommend reading, attending networking events, and speak to investors who have SUCCESSFULLY invested in whatever type of investing you have most interest in. You need to build up your network as this business is all about relationships. 

Post: Looking for RE investment connections in NYC

Steve Kontos
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  • Great Neck, NY
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Hi Aza,

We stopped those but if you have any questions feel free to message me!

Post: Why I like the Southeast for Multifamily Investments

Steve Kontos
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  • Great Neck, NY
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I am a big fan of the Southeast region. Here are some my favorite reasons why:
1. Real estate laws that make sense.
2. Better value for your investment dollars.
3. Business and real estate incentives.