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Don M. First time with new construction: Cape Coral, FL
20 January 2025 | 204 replies
Good luck finishing yours up! 
Carlos Rodrigues Purchasing a property with illegal bathroom
31 December 2024 | 8 replies
So this Multi I want to offer in Kearny New Jersey (NJ) has an illegal finished bathroom in the basement and finished rooms.
Jason B. Suburban Chicago: One of the Hottest Rental Markets in the U.S.!
15 January 2025 | 10 replies
I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.
Thomas Malone Anyone experienced with Lee Arnold's system
11 January 2025 | 55 replies
Boy, was I stupid.The house in Spokane was supposed to be finished in three months.
Chad Shultz Flooded Fix and Flip - South Daytona
4 January 2025 | 0 replies
Basically, it was a 1980s block shell with a 2024 home inside, when we were finished.
David Fowler BP Meetup in Barboursville/Huntington, WV Area
5 January 2025 | 28 replies
As long as I finish up at the W2 in time to make the trip (usually not a problem), I'll be there.
Brady Morgan Securities Based Lending for Low Interest Rate
17 January 2025 | 19 replies
If I am all in on the property for 360k (purchase and some finishing construction as well as carry costs) and the home is valued at 450k or more (based on what im told by agents as well as my own analysis while staying conservative), that is 20%+ equity I believe, unless I am missing something.
Brian A Reed Newbie fired up about REI and getting started in 2025!
5 January 2025 | 2 replies
I envision this portfolio supporting me during my retirement years—though I still plan to work, just in a different capacity than I do today.I recently finished reading "How to Invest in Real Estate: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide" by Josh Dorkin and Brandon Turner, which has been incredibly helpful.
Yvonne Wang Example of a contractor contract and work list?
4 January 2025 | 3 replies
An extremely detailed scope of work along with an extremely detailed contract, are the keys to a project that is going to finish on schedule and on budget, without surprises. 
Kolby Knickerbocker what questions do you ask/data do you analyze to select investment markets?
15 January 2025 | 5 replies
Do they value nicer finishes and design or is that additional cost lost on the typical tenant in that pocket?