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20 January 2025 | 14 replies
Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner or The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.You need to get a firm grasp on two things: the ways to make money with real estate, and how to find deals that match your goals.P.S.
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7 February 2025 | 0 replies
Finally got a walk thru of the property, now I don’t want to make an offer.This year I have been very intentional about input:- Phone calls- Conversations- NetworkingAfter a conversation with a large local home buyer in Memphis, I found a property that may fit their model.
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27 January 2025 | 4 replies
You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.
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27 January 2025 | 12 replies
Investing in Wisconsin and Illinois is a great move—both states offer solid opportunities for multifamily and single-family rentals.If you’re looking to connect with like-minded investors or agents, I’d recommend joining local real estate meetups or REIA groups in the areas you’re targeting.
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20 January 2025 | 8 replies
I'm a local broker and investor and manage 100+ investment properties.
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29 January 2025 | 18 replies
He has helped many real estate investors and really understands the niches in these areas for real estate investments.
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6 February 2025 | 12 replies
In Houston, you can either invest locally or explore strong Texas markets like San Antonio (affordable duplexes, strong job market), DFW suburbs (duplex-friendly zoning, growing economy), or Houston suburbs (Spring, Cypress, The Woodlands for good schools and tenant demand).
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28 January 2025 | 2 replies
Hello everyone,My name is Shawn Questa, and I am an Architectural Designer and Real Estate Investor.
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17 January 2025 | 3 replies
Wholesaling real estate is a great way to start as you must become familiar with deal underwriting and deal sourcing.
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5 February 2025 | 28 replies
Narrow your top cities, build a local team, and refine your financial analysis to position yourself for success.Good luck!