Cory Lucas
Am I being sold snake oil?
6 July 2024 | 29 replies
And most of the value in the opportunities has been scaled off by all of the other players.Ok I’m gambling on the other side….
Jake LaRoche
Where should I buy materials for my rental?
5 July 2024 | 5 replies
You might be able to find some materials online but you gamble on the quality.In my case this is what I follow:- Construction material locally so we quickly can resupply - Flooring locally (I find better prices and service this way)- Plumbing locally (I bought online for my first remo and quality was really bad) locally are more expensive but I don't gamble anymore as plumbing is something that is always a time constraints to complete and continue other works.- Electronic fixtures like fans, etc online.
Yongming Huang
Why are real estate agent commissions so high in the US?
10 July 2024 | 87 replies
People who can't, or won't, afford to pay up for excellent representation will be gambling with the biggest purchase they are likely to ever make in their lifetime.
Vasudev Kirs
Question about security deposit and business account
4 July 2024 | 7 replies
If there is a potential for loss of any kind, then you are using their funds for your benefit - i.e. gambling with other peoples money - so definitely a place you don't want to go.
Ivan Aldana
Dealing with bad contractors
7 July 2024 | 42 replies
I had an extremely similar situation last year, it was a property I was fixing up to sell, the main contractor had some issues (maybe drinking, drug or gambling) and kept asking me for money saying he needed to pay the crew and has been working really hard.
Landon Bleau
AirBNB Northern Michigan Property?
4 July 2024 | 18 replies
I think just about anywhere in northern MI is going to be at least fair to good for STR as there's mushroom hunters in the spring, summer vacationers, fall colors and deer hunters and winter sports.
Brigitte Poutier
Hello BiggerPockets! New PRO here
2 July 2024 | 5 replies
I'm particularly passionate about areas that provide cash flow with rental propertiesOutside of real estate, I enjoy traveling, playing sports, hanging with my dog and friends.Excited to learn and connect with you all!
Bruce Reeves
Overall guidance advice - summer home
4 July 2024 | 14 replies
It is fairly convenient to ski areas for winter sports when rentals are in higher demand.
Amanda Dallman
Wenatchee, WA is BOOMING (and no one is talking about it)
2 July 2024 | 3 replies
.$2,000,000 is going to improvements to the riverfront park adding playgrounds and splash pads.Since 2022 a feasibility study has been going on for a regional sports complex boasting 16 soccer/football fields, 8 baseball diamonds, 50 meter indoor pool, gym, track, and waterpark.There are several more project revamping old warehouse building turning them into trendy new dining and retail spaces.
Blake Forrest
Finding a credible/reliable GC
2 July 2024 | 12 replies
(Gambling, drugs, divorce and lust)