And if you’re ever looking for boots on the ground, I’ve got a great network of investor-savvy agents who specialize in the Austin area.I’m here if you want to talk specifics or need an extra pair of eyes on a deal you’re considering..

They have no problem with in ground pools.

This is where smoke/CO detectors, grounding, electric garage door reversers, and other goodies came from.If the municipality performing the U&O calls out an item, Seller is stuck with resolving it either by fixing it or negotiating it with the buyer.

you can ask people on the ground there for referrals and then meet those referrals.buying a property is a big deal. 

That’s what I’m talking about.. having people on the ground who know their turf and can spot trouble before it smacks you in the face.From what I’ve heard, outfits like Northwest Preferred Property Management or Umbrella Properties in Eugene aren’t just running the numbers.. they’ve seen the weird mid-season repairs and the tenant personalities you’ll never read about in a textbook.

There’s so much potential in real estate, and with your experience, I’m sure you’ll hit the ground running.This is an amazing community to connect with like-minded individuals and learn from others who have been where you are now.

I would echo what others have said - 100% start locally because you need to gain an appreciation for what it means to be an investor, understand the lifecycle of a deal and be on the ground to observe what's going on with renovations etc.

For new investors, I always try to ground them with the numbers. 

Build a reliable team on the ground, plan occasional visits, and trust your general contractor to handle the day-to-day.

Has anyone been through the boots on the ground program with Brian Grimes?