All Forum Posts by: Timothy Rinehart

I am new to the real estate industry and I have been analyzing the Houston market. I am very interested in the 77373 and 77380 area codes, and I currently am living in a house that I am about to rent out and looking for my second property. I would like to get together with someone that is familiar with this area and give me any helpful information with analyzing deals. I have also been looking at condos as rental properties, but can't get enough information to make an educated decision.

It's looking that way @DevanMcclish. 

@MatthewSchroeder I have read that I honestly need to make that a habit when running numbers. Is there a standard way you go about analyzing a deal that you could share @DevanMcclish as well. That would be very helpful.

@ChristyBarton Thanks I'm going to check it out! Also, what are some ways to produce leads that you found effective?

Hey Adam,

I'm in the same  boat  as  you  are, just starting off and all, and would like to keep in touch. I have found others that are starting off and have found that a very practical way of getting a good central I fluency is being a real estate agent. My friend is one aND he gets a lot of face time with almost  everyone  you  will need to rely on as a investor. So if you  don't plan  on getting a real estate license and working for a group, then find an agent that is local. I have found d personally that real estate  agents are very approachable. Let me know if you  need help with anything.

@Mark Nolan I completely  agree I'm still trying to effectively use the site. Thanks for posting and I hope from learning a thing or two from you.

I'm looking for any referrals on making lists in the Houton,Tx area I have been searching but have yet to find that one site that just feels right. 

Wayne V. You  make a very valid point that I don't believe  I had thought about before. Everything you  and Matthew Paul brought up  will be put into my back pocket. The knowledge  you  guys give is invaluable and surely appreciated.

Hello everybody! So, my first deal is in the works and is also my first fourplex. They are asking 265k for the place and here are some numbers that go with it:

landscaper $50

In your  opinion at what point should I get a General Contracto involved? 

I'm new to the real estate market and am trying to find some reliable general contractors that do work in the North Houston area. Before I start getting  into distressed properties I want to feel comfortable with some GC's. What do you  guys think or should I just do the renovation myself. I have a budget of 20k set aside for renovation. All feedback is greatly appreciated..