Rafael Valdor
Renting out my townhouse: DIY vs. PM vs. Realtor
11 January 2025 | 14 replies
Feel free to ask if you’d like more tips on what to look for in a PM.
Fed Finjap
Reflecting on my first year house hacking a 3-flat in Chicago
2 January 2025 | 11 replies
I had to start the eviction process, but fortunately, they left a little over a month after their lease ended—just before it went to court.These challenges reinforced the importance of tenant screening and clear leases, lessons I’d carry with me throughout the year.Summer: Refinancing and Big ChangesSummer brought a mix of wins and challenges:I began having issues with the garden unit tenants, which would escalate later in the year.After learning from the screening mistakes I made with the garden unit, I updated the third-floor unit and rented it to great new tenants.
John ONeill
What Makes a Contractor Truly Great? Let’s Chat!
9 January 2025 | 0 replies
Let’s swap some stories and tips in the comments.
Kris Holt
Looking to make new connections!
7 January 2025 | 7 replies
im looking to get into a house hack in either there or venice, or even palmetto, still just looking but would like to be educated when i do decide to make the move, any tips are appreciated, also if you need any help let me know!
Helena Goyvaerts
Belgian Investors Starting in Detroit Real Estate – Looking to Connect
2 January 2025 | 8 replies
Financing as a non-US citizen might be a challenge, but it’s not impossible—I’d recommend reaching out to lenders experienced with foreign investors early in your journey.A few general tips:1.
Thanh Lu
How to screen guests who book directly instead of Airbnb, VRBO, etc
15 January 2025 | 12 replies
For payments, tools like Stripe, PayPal, or booking software like OwnerRez work well.Happy to connect if you’d like to chat more or need additional tips!
Konrad Gessler
Self-Managing Landlords: Let’s Swap Stories & Lessons!
2 January 2025 | 0 replies
I’m happy to share my own tips and experiences as well.
Bruce D. Kowal
The Side-Hustle Timeline: How to Build Your RE Business While Working 9-5
14 January 2025 | 0 replies
Assuming:40 hours: W2 job56 hours: Sleep21 hours: Basic daily tasks= 51 hours potential REI time💡 Pro Tip: It's not about finding time; it's about allocating the time you have strategically.🎯 Your 6-Month Timeline:Month 1: Foundation (5-7 hours/week)Morning routine: 1 hour daily market researchEvening routine: Deal analysis practiceWeekend: BP forums & networkingKey Goal: Analyze 10 deals on paperMonth 2: Education (8-10 hours/week)Complete 1 RE courseJoin 2 local REI groupsSchedule lunch breaks with agentsKey Goal: Build your initial power team listMonth 3: Systems (10-12 hours/week)Set up deal tracking systemCreate document templatesEstablish banking relationshipsKey Goal: Ready to make offersMonth 4: Lead Generation (12-15 hours/week)Drive neighborhoods after workWeekend open housesSetup automated MLS alertsKey Goal: Generate first 5 qualified leadsNow, the Owners and Brokers you deal with may not enjoy this, but you can certainly "practice" making offers.
Fagbedji Aubin Ahossi
new member introduction
6 January 2025 | 2 replies
Let me know if I can provide any additional tips or resources to help.Best regards,Sadler Surratt
Mikal Toliver
New investor looking to serve and learn
1 January 2025 | 12 replies
Welcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.