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21 August 2016 | 5 replies
Hence, I partnered w/experienced players, found a role that fit my schedule and encourage others to do the same to get into bigger properties, enjoy scale and manage my time how I want to.
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22 August 2016 | 3 replies
(DO Ask for receipts if it's for material deposits.)Share competing bid information and "bid shop".Encourage bidders to get into a bidding war.Try to low-ball contractors.....they will try to cut corners or make it up with change orders a lot of times.And finally, DON'T assume that "All Contractors are Crooks" or that "All Contractors Will Rip You Off".
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23 August 2016 | 20 replies
Well that is encouraging!
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24 August 2016 | 18 replies
We do have landlord friendly laws and I always encourage people to come to Florida!
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24 August 2016 | 6 replies
I'd encourage you to pick a strategy and then learn what's needed for the first step and do it.
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23 August 2016 | 4 replies
I did my first flip without BP and learned a ton, but have been immensely encouraged and inspired by the education and value brought by both the website and the podcast.
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24 August 2016 | 2 replies
i want to get into real estate businessfrom crash. can i get some beginners strategies and role and some encouragement about the business
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23 August 2016 | 2 replies
We welcome all encouragement and advise.Thanks for reading & God Bless !
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8 September 2016 | 4 replies
Phillip Thatcher, PresidentLandlords Association of Eastern Jackson County (LAEJC)PS: Don't forget to encourage people to contact their bankers, insurance agents, accountants, real estate agents, contractors and other landlords.
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28 August 2016 | 23 replies
Your insight and encouragement is heartening.