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8 January 2025 | 33 replies
I’d prefer less outsourcing on behalf of the banks and fewer web portals/ apps/ servicing companies because in my experience the more entities involved the more glitches, so adding a VA and another layer of software to the mix doesn’t sound inviting.
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23 December 2024 | 5 replies
Personally, I love them because they offer built-in diversification.In my experience, local banks are your best bet for financing mixed-use properties.
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25 January 2025 | 155 replies
I’ll bet if Peace has a forum there’s people talking about BP and being negative “what they’re teaching takes so long!!”
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28 December 2024 | 13 replies
The quicker you can take action on the high dollar value decsions the quicker you will be able to grow.For sure take the time to setup the right foundation, but keeping it simple and easy when you are getting going is a safe bet!
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1 January 2025 | 27 replies
Best Buy also seems like a strong bet, but they only sell single-game machines.
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9 January 2025 | 107 replies
@Toby Khan I’m not positive honestly, best bet would be to reach out to them.
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14 February 2025 | 161 replies
I bet you've seen em and didn't even know.
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24 December 2024 | 3 replies
These are big money plays life changing profits but RISK you bet..
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13 February 2025 | 123 replies
Buying fent from a stranger is a safer bet.
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16 January 2025 | 78 replies
And even if you hire a property manager to take things off your plate, that process isn’t foolproof, as Gregory illustrates.Buying a turnkey property (ideally with a tenant in place), or opting for a syndication or fund, could be a better bet if you’re looking to invest outside California but don’t want to deal with the hassles of “landlording.”