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3 December 2024 | 16 replies
There are lots of local meetups and frequent discussions about all things real estate here in Sac / Norcal.
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30 November 2024 | 0 replies
Frequently, brokers respond with phrases like, "I can help, let's connect," or similar offers.
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29 November 2024 | 9 replies
@Roger Mace I would be skeptical of a lender who holds themselves out as a non recourse construction lender.
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5 December 2024 | 15 replies
I dont their account reps change pretty frequently..
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5 December 2024 | 34 replies
I've never been scammed but my units have appeared in SCAM advertisements frequently.
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5 December 2024 | 87 replies
I'm however a bit skeptical how they can offer 12% so consistent for so many years.
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28 November 2024 | 8 replies
The one you can scale.I know successful business owners in the fitness industry, tanning salons, real estate, window coverings, maintenance, billboard, ATMs, etc.Generally, I would be skeptical of jumping into a business based on YouTube videos hosted by and featuring people that are likely primarily trying to sell you their respective courses.Small businesses can indeed be great investments, but they are hard.
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27 November 2024 | 18 replies
I'm skeptical of most programs and gurus, but he seemed legit.
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2 December 2024 | 33 replies
It meant more frequent turn overs (cycling tenants every 2-ish years versus 4-5 in my nicer properties), which came with turnover costs.