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All Forum Posts by: John Dahl

John Dahl has started 4 posts and replied 17 times.

Originally posted by @Taylor L.:
Originally posted by @John Dahl:

@Taylor L.
That was the answer that I expected, but it never hurts to ask the question!

Thanks for the advice! I'm going to be focusing on a specific market very soon. I've heard from other out of state investors, and even David Greene say that with today's technology it was no longer needed to visit the location of your investments if you have solid connections there. I can see both sides. 

The flight thing is just a way to narrow the search a bit. I do think going to the market and studying it well is critical, but it's not like you necessarily need to travel there all the time. Understanding the market helps you develop judgment about deals so you do not have to exclusively rely on the opinions of others. 

Thanks for the advice! I checked out your website too. A lot a great content. Appreciate it!

Originally posted by @Remington Lyman:
Originally posted by @John Dahl:

I'm a relatively new investor, and in my market research I've found a lot of the same popular answers for good markets for OOS investors; Columbus, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Birmingham, Boise, etc. What are some of the less known markets that people are finding good ROI and cash flow? Have the popular OOS investor markets hit a tipping point now where it's hard to find a good deal?

Any and all response are greatly appreciated. Thank you!

 Any smaller town just outside of Columbus, Ohio is good too!

That's good to know too, thanks!

Originally posted by @Blake Park:

@John Dahl there are reasons people are talking about Columbus, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Birmingham, Boise, etc. People are finding great deals in those places, I am local to Columbus, and I'm finding all sorts of deals.  You just need the right realtor that is OOS investor-friendly to bring you those deals in those hot markets. 

Good to know, thanks! But isn't finding deals markets that aren't so hot a lot easier?

@Taylor L.
That was the answer that I expected, but it never hurts to ask the question!

Thanks for the advice! I'm going to be focusing on a specific market very soon. I've heard from other out of state investors, and even David Greene say that with today's technology it was no longer needed to visit the location of your investments if you have solid connections there. I can see both sides.

I'm a relatively new investor, and in my market research I've found a lot of the same popular answers for good markets for OOS investors; Columbus, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Birmingham, Boise, etc. What are some of the less known markets that people are finding good ROI and cash flow? Have the popular OOS investor markets hit a tipping point now where it's hard to find a good deal?

Any and all response are greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Post: What sparked your flame to seek financial freedom?

John DahlPosted
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I was inspired by a friend who was already on the FI journey and introduced me to Mr. Money Mustache. The things he posted about made sense to me, and I was envious of his lifestyle and freedom to do what he wanted. Like him, I have many interests and a good work ethic, but can't allocate the time due to my W2 job. Currently I'm saving over 50% of my income and invested heavily in the long stock market game. I am now looking to accelerate the path FI through real estate investing.

Great question @Andrew Freed and thanks for sharing your spark! 

Post: Nomad/Full-Time RV Virtual REI Meetup Group

John DahlPosted
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  • Posts 18
  • Votes 11

I live and work full time in my RV while traveling the US with my family and I am looking for a virtual meet-up for real estate investors like me who don't have a 'local' group they can regularly meet with. Anyone know of one? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!