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2 February 2025 | 5 replies
Hey Themis, it sounds like you already have a solid foundation in real estate from working in the commercial industry, so it should be a pretty smooth transition into doing your own investments.I would put a lot of focus on building out your team of contractors.
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14 January 2025 | 3 replies
Louis (though I was born in STL).This sounds like a great property.
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29 January 2025 | 24 replies
Sounds interesting.Hi Leah, as you might imagine, most of the benefits focus on individuals and properties directly impacted by the disaster.
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8 January 2025 | 14 replies
It was a pretty annoying process and I'm not sure if its actually worth it, but my husband is risk-averse so here we are.
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21 January 2025 | 2 replies
Hi Anthony, it sounds like you’re in a good position to start building your STR portfolio, especially with no debt, great credit, and rent-free living!
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23 January 2025 | 9 replies
Doesn't really sound like a large claim.
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20 January 2025 | 62 replies
Matt that is the NMLS number for the company not for you personally sounds like your a VA or something not a licensed lender..
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29 January 2025 | 25 replies
Beg family and friends to fund it for you.They "might" do it if they see you've learned a lot and your business plan sounds very solid.How do I know this "might" work?
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25 January 2025 | 10 replies
It sounds like you’ve got a solid strategy and a clear focus on building your portfolio with multiunit properties, house hacking, and BRRRR.
29 January 2025 | 20 replies
It sounds like they breached their contract so you may have a case.