All Forum Posts by: Suzanne Player

Hi Kenroy

I just scheduled a networking event for real estate investors on Long Island & New York City.  You can see it on Bigger Pockets here:

https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/1217146-2024...

I post all my events on Bigger Pockets.

“Networking is the No. 1 unwritten rule of success in business. Who you know really impacts what you know.”

- Sallie Krawcheck

Come down to Havana Central for an informal night of networking with other real estate investors & professionals, before the holiday season begins.   We'll have an area roped off for us.   No cover charge, purchase your own drinks, Happy Hour Menu will be in effect from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Havana Central's bar is known for its Mojitos, Margaritas and Sangrias, appetizers are also available on the Happy Hour Menu.

Havana Central is located at the Roosevelt Field Shopping Mall, easily accessible from the Northern State Parkway, LIE, & Meadowbrook Parkway (Exit 2 "Shopping Mall" exit).

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630 Old Country Road, Garden City NY

Remember...
Even if you are not ready to invest just yet, you can start the process of educating yourself about real estate.

You don't get anywhere by just clicking the Join button on Meetup.

You make progress toward your goals by actually attending events, seeking out new information, & meeting new people.

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We did & it was only a fixed percentage of the amount received from the insurance company, no other fees.   NY has a cap on the % that public adjusters can charge.  

Tenant just moved out, cleaners found they used the wrong type of cleaning product on the stainless steel appliances, causing a permanent discoloration.  Professional cleaners (Molly Maid Company) says it can't be cleaned.

Has anyone had experience with damage that can't be fixed, but maybe doesn't warrant a brand new appliance?

How would you handle this in the security deposit?

Photos below

Thanks to all who attended

It was great to meet our 1st time attendees, will post the next meetup shortly

Looking forward to meeting you 

"'I can't afford it' shuts down your brain. It doesn't have to think anymore. Besides, it also brings up sadness, and a helplessness that leads to despondency and often depression. 'How can I afford it?' opens up the brain. It forces it to think and search for answers. It also opens up possibilities, excitement and dreams and creates a stronger mind and dynamic spirit." '

― Robert Kiyosaki, Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids about Money¿that the Poor and the Middle Class Do Not!

Some topics we'll talk about this month:

New York now requires the Property Condition Disclosure Statement completed
How it changed & what it means to buyers and sellers
Using it outside New York State

Title Fraud Update

A quick analysis on some cheaper deals as cash flow properties

As always, bring your investing questions, none are too basic, we've probably heard the question before. For any of our meetings, further topics may be added, as always, anyone who has an idea or something to share is always welcome to bring it up & talk about it with us.  No need to stay for the whole meeting, come & go as you like, we are very informal.

Remember...
Even if you are not ready to invest just yet, you can start the process of educating yourself about real estate.

You don't get anywhere by just clicking the Join button.

You make progress toward your goals by actually attending events, learning new information, & meeting new people.

PLEASE NOTE: This is not an advertising platform, a sales funnel, or a marketing ploy. We don't want to waste your time with useless drivel because we hate to waste ours. And, we will not put you on any marketing lists & start spamming your inbox - no matter how much you beg us to.

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I would make my 1st 3 phone calls (yes, calls not texts or emails) to 3 experienced mortgage bankers or brokers (at least), to see what my financing situation would be.  

Since you're in NY & a 1st time home buyer, check out New York State's First Time Homebuyer Programs at https://hcr.ny.gov/sonyma

There are several programs, different criteria, if you need any recommendations for mortgage professionals feel free to message me

Welcome to Bigger Pockets, the forums are great for getting your questions answered from experienced investors (& if you're an experienced investor yourself, your expertise is much appreciated). 

Whatever you do the first important step would be to talk to at least 3 mortgage bankers/brokers to see what your price range would be as both for an owner occupied property and for an investment property. You can house hack with a 2 bedroom coop or mobile home (there are a few mobile homes in Suffolk), not just with SFR's.

If you shop for an investment property in another state, you want to talk to mortgage pros in those states - expecially in the county where you might buy - because there are so many variations in way things are done & what the expenses would be.