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24 January 2025 | 5 replies
Even still, it could be said that I've still lost money due to my time on the tools instead of prospecting as a real estate agent (the cost of lost opportunity).If you can truly do 80%-90% of the work yourself (at acceptable quality levels) and you aren't sacrificing your time where you can get better returns for your efforts, then yes, it can work even up here in Canada.
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20 January 2025 | 12 replies
There's a few opportunities to buy quads, tris, and duplexes.
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31 January 2025 | 3 replies
Over time, I’ve built a network of 20-30 clients who are always eager to explore new opportunities, and right now, real estate is at the top of our list.I’m diving deep into how to best use $150K-$200k in 0% interest business funding for real estate investments.
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29 January 2025 | 6 replies
Chicago has a fantastic real estate community, and there are plenty of networking opportunities.
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23 January 2025 | 4 replies
Hi Maurice, welcome to the forums.Wishing you great success, new opportunities, and happy to connect anytime.
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27 January 2025 | 14 replies
But if you want to free up resources for other opportunities or simplify things, selling might make more sense.
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4 February 2025 | 12 replies
The pros include lower interest rates, flexibility, and preserving cash for other opportunities.
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26 January 2025 | 4 replies
Since this opportunity came up, I've begun to take real estate more seriously as a path to financial freedom.
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2 February 2025 | 6 replies
This approach gives you the opportunity to thoroughly screen potential tenants, ensuring they align with your values and standards.
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30 January 2025 | 7 replies
Let’s connect and chat about potential opportunities—I may have some suggestions that could align with your goals!