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3 October 2024 | 29 replies
When you surround yourself with a great team, are well-educated, and use data to make your decisions, your odds of a significant issue are VERY LOW.Continue to network with the awesome community here in Chicago, and you will stay on the right path.
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3 October 2024 | 21 replies
Additionally, Memphis has a strong rental market with steady demand, which is crucial for single-family and small multi-family investments.The city is also known for its diverse economy, including key sectors like transportation, healthcare, and education, which support job growth and, consequently, rental demand.
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1 October 2024 | 5 replies
Hello everyone, first off I want to say thank you to BiggerPockets and all of the podcast guests who have made an impression on me and educated me in so many ways.
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4 October 2024 | 27 replies
Hey @Jimmy JarjourIt sounds like you are crushing the education game.
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3 October 2024 | 15 replies
That said, it can be done and done successfully if you plan in advance, build your team (contractors, subs, back ups, lenders, credit with suppliers, escrow/title, real estate attorney, mentor, etc.) get educated on finding (marketing) for deals, rehab costs, locations, market data (like crime rates, school ratings, population growth, job growth, etc), specific market insights like what is most popular and sells for the most in your area, etc
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1 October 2024 | 10 replies
Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.
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2 October 2024 | 19 replies
Stay educated through books, podcasts, local meetups, and online communities like BiggerPockets.
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29 September 2024 | 17 replies
Stop chasing guru/mentor “education”, tactics, strategies.
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6 October 2024 | 49 replies
Most brokerages did a poor job of educating their agents of these changes so please bare with the agent.
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3 October 2024 | 15 replies
Education, networking, market research, and a good exit strategy are crucial for success.Good luck!