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18 December 2024 | 6 replies
Your background as a licensed architect with experience in commercial and residential projects is an incredible asset, especially here where so many members are navigating construction, renovations, and design challenges.Out of curiosity, have you worked on any projects that were particularly challenging or rewarding?
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22 December 2024 | 105 replies
And of course it has worked incredibly well on the money raising side.. what I see happening is a very natural progression with someone who has the visibility and popularity as Brandon.. it takes a huge support staff and fulfillment team to create what we are seeing.I think you are on to something.I think Brandon's role is not necessarily to find the deal or to manage the deal.
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2 January 2025 | 50 replies
It is really that simple.Also, compare to any other industries, Airbnb and Vrbo are incredibly friendly toward sellers.
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6 January 2025 | 25 replies
While those are all considerations and options you have a license and skill that is incredibly valuable to anyone who wants to transition into real estate full time....the ability to charge for your time.
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1 January 2025 | 26 replies
Misled by gurus on YouTube hyping how people JUST LIKE THEM with no capital, experience or real estate education, can join his mentorship and make these incredibly profitable deals.
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22 December 2024 | 1 reply
For example, many of my off-market properties came through connections with other property management companies and real estate agents who knew I was serious, trustworthy, and ready to act.One of the pivotal moments in my career was realizing that real estate isn’t just about the numbers—it’s about the people behind them.
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16 December 2024 | 13 replies
Agree , those are all incredibly important as is good property management and the ability to price the property correctly based on your competitors rates( dynamic pricing ) .
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18 December 2024 | 12 replies
Mail campaigns targeting older neighborhoodsConnect with actual Austinites: This has been incredibly useful for me.
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19 December 2024 | 4 replies
Hey Trevor,Man, this situation sounds incredibly frustrating, especially since you’ve clearly done your due diligence on this property.
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16 December 2024 | 5 replies
Hello,I have invested in a few properties meant for long-term renting.I have also since started a rental property management company that operates in areas we know very well (ascendiadynamics.com)Porto and Lisbon are very expensive areas at the moment.