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9 October 2024 | 2 replies
For example, should I have one checking account that manages all expenses, such as down payments for properties and serving as the main source for rehab budgets?
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20 October 2024 | 84 replies
The main argument against it is that you could use that money to continue investing and make a better return, but if you aren't going to use it for investing anyway and it helps you sleep at night go for it.
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13 October 2024 | 19 replies
But we've got members from CA, Maine, Detroit, Philly, Cheyenne, Iowa, New Orleans, Cleveland, DC, Virginia, Texas, Las Vegas, Annapolis, KC....so pretty much all over.
9 October 2024 | 4 replies
I'd recommend to first look at where you'd like to invest it to see if it's feasible or if you need to adjust your buying criteria.If you're not in the market for something new then I'd look into adding an ADU on the lot and upgrading the windows on the main unit to triple pane glass so that the noise doesn't bother your future tenants.
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15 October 2024 | 26 replies
I’m mainly focused on fix-and-flip projects at the moment, so managing properties isn’t something I’m actively pursuing right now.
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9 October 2024 | 7 replies
It's small right now and mainly just for networking and as we grow I'll bring on speakers and various panels.
9 October 2024 | 1 reply
Mainly the goal is for them to keep that policy for a year and then get the sprinklers in places.”They seem to know what you need and can help… if you would like me to make the introduction please let me know!
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11 October 2024 | 18 replies
This property in particular had some additional unforeseen costs (main water line damage, sewer line damage, etc.) that certainly caused us to go way over budget.
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11 October 2024 | 8 replies
It wasn’t a huge payday—$5,000—but what I gained from the experience was far more valuable than the check.It started when I got a lead from an older woman who owned a house in New Hampshire but lived in Maine.
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10 October 2024 | 5 replies
But don't feel locked into formal education if your main goal is to get into investing, often the best lessons come from doing it.Feel free to reach out if you need any advice on financing your house hack or future investments.