As hinted by the streetname, Shore Blvd runs adjacent to the East River. 11103 Zip CodeThe 11103 Zip code has boasted 20 new listings year to date, 2nd most in Astoria.

Some lenders are much more expensive than others and boast a lower rate due to that.

I do wonder how close the city really pays attention to that though as I have looked at some of the comps in the area boasting over 70% occupancy.  

So, now that you’re on here boasting about all your success I’m here to bring you back down to earth and share my review of living at two of your properties. 

@Adaze Foltz  Benefits:Direct to the source; more control over the receipt of the funds (initial and any rehab draws); able to not just establish a relationship, but also perhaps gain referrals of other private lending sources (those that are happy with the returns and payoffs - talk (boast) to their friends); faster to the table; can negotiate the terms (rate, when payments are made, other fees and when they are paid, etc.); usually nothing reported to credit bureaus.Risks:Using up the private sources money (tapping them out); The private lender didn't receive their payoffs on other loans as anticipated so they are short of funding your deal(s). 

Not today.You have to have a thick skin for this business, and although some like to boast that they have it, the proof is in the pudding here in this stream.Thank you for your perspective Dan. 

See here:  SMS Marketing for Real Estate boasts an impressive 98% open rate and has become a go-to marketing method for many Real Estate Investors.

Hi @Thurben James, the area boasts affordable property prices and potential for high ROI, especially with ongoing local economic initiatives.

They boast a robust portfolio management suite with some fancy bells and whistles, but they're using independent third party contractors to scale on the ground.

I currently manage a highly successful short-term rental arbitrage in Houston, boasting over 170 reservations in the last three years.