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21 January 2025 | 19 replies
Just had a meeting with the LP who brought me the news.
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16 February 2025 | 9 replies
I would check the events page in your area for meet-ups on BP, I would check for local meet-ups in meetup.com, and I would get coffee with as many investors on this site that are in your area as you can to get the ability to showcase what you are willing to bring to the table for them.
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19 January 2025 | 3 replies
Looking forward to get more familiar with the platform
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18 February 2025 | 3 replies
I am a preferred resource for a few folks in the wholesale lanes who meets clients that need funding.
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13 February 2025 | 35 replies
Nice to meet you (electronically).Currently renting a single-family home in a very expensive coastal Southern California city.
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17 January 2025 | 5 replies
If you can come in and operate effectively I think you'll find success rather quickly due to that.BTW - for a property management platform I would highly recommend Buildium.
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28 January 2025 | 10 replies
There are other platforms you could do to boost but at least those 2.
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9 February 2025 | 12 replies
It is hard to really keep up with those kinds of trends unless I budget 10k a year in updating the property which I am not going to do.I participate in our local council/mayor meetings.
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14 February 2025 | 4 replies
I am well versed in pretty much every facet of Real Estate: house hack, LTR/MTR/STR, multifamily, and fix and flips primarily.Aside from that I am also (somewhat) a serial entrepreneur, having started and sold multiple business' over the last 15 years.I also meet with 20+ professionals every week, through referral groups, meetups, and just 1 on 1 sessions trying to get to know people and make connections.I would love to chat with you if you are looking to meet people and get more information about real estate in San Diego!
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14 February 2025 | 6 replies
Hello @Chris Atkins,To achieve and maintain financial independence, only invest in cities that meet the following requirements.Significant and Sustained Population Growth: Rental rates follow the basic principle of supply and demand.