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13 May 2024 | 3 replies
Also, stay tuned to the BiggerPockets Podcast and try to attend your local REI meetups to build up a strong network.
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13 May 2024 | 2 replies
I'd say it takes about 3-5 years to really build up good credit where the company is taken seriously by lenders.
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13 May 2024 | 12 replies
You usually have to do significant renovations to the property and build up to that kind of return over time.
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10 May 2024 | 7 replies
Attend your local REI meetups to build up a strong network and connect with everyone in the community.
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10 May 2024 | 19 replies
I strongly encourage you to consider a variety of asset types while you build up the capital to enter non-owner-occupant investing.
8 May 2024 | 2 replies
For my business, I like both the Chase Ink and American Express Business Blue.
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8 May 2024 | 9 replies
Hard to beat the Chase Sapphire or Chase Ink cards for your business. 2/3 of the Chase Ink cards don't have an annual fee.
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9 May 2024 | 4 replies
I need to draw up plans, get a site survey and do some other build up.
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9 May 2024 | 12 replies
Are you open to doing a few fix and flips first to build up your cash - THEN put it towards something long term?
7 May 2024 | 6 replies
I personally like the Chase Ink series of cards as I use Chase for my personal cards as well.