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2 January 2025 | 13 replies
I would recommend finding some local meetups to attend, and also tuning into the Straight Up Chicago Investor's Podcast.
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5 January 2025 | 23 replies
Hi Alex, I believe there is a Pittsburgh group that meets regularly but I would love to attend another gathering as long as time/place works.
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9 January 2025 | 16 replies
Advanced QuickBooks ProAdvisor was introduced in 2007, to get certified the requirement was: one had to be certified for 3 years in a row and had to attend 2 day in person and online courses.
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26 December 2024 | 1 reply
I faced numerous hurdles and stressful moments, but I persevered and built a successful approach.To tackle this challenge, I recommend starting early by building relationships and seeking investors.
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16 January 2025 | 13 replies
For the public unless you're attending EVERY planning commission and city council/county commissioner meeting you wont hear all of the back and forth.
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7 January 2025 | 13 replies
If someone refers you a tenant they must attend a showing, apply and go through the same screening as everyone else.
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8 January 2025 | 33 replies
Screwed up our taxes numerous times and last month our insurance was dropped since they didn't pay it appropriately.
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24 January 2025 | 42 replies
I’ve heard him speak briefly about this on a podcast or two and am signed up to attend a webinar with them later this week.
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9 February 2025 | 173 replies
Attend your local REIA and start connecting.
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19 January 2025 | 354 replies
I wasn't able to attend the webinar on Friday.