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10 February 2025 | 14 replies
It's not a sound way of doing business, especially if you hire some random VA to call for you in an area they know nothing about.Agents should always be building their sphere and creating warm inbound marketing from social media, events, and meetups instead of doing spray and pray.
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7 February 2025 | 7 replies
3 seperate buildings, parceled as 3 seperate addresses so investor can get single family financing on this, is that correct?
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31 January 2025 | 1 reply
There are really great REI opportunities in different markets - markets in the Midwest and Southeast of the country are particularly lucrative - where not only are the purchase prices reasonable for most RE investors, but the homes are turnkey (new builds or completely rehabbed homes, tenant ready, systems 10 years of life remaining on them, property management teams in place) with appreciating home value AND appreciating rent.
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4 February 2025 | 4 replies
Quote from @Kevin Cole: @Andrew BoscoI would like real estate to be a part of my wealth building strategy.
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12 February 2025 | 27 replies
You will need to check with the city/building inspector to determine your options first.
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7 February 2025 | 1 reply
Building my buyers list for $10k "condemned/burn out" VALUE ADD Homes in Southwestern Michigan (5 minutes to Lake Michigan/90 minutes to Chicago).
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12 February 2025 | 0 replies
Imagine turning your retirement savings into a powerful tool for building real estate wealth—without spending a dime!
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13 January 2025 | 11 replies
Improvements that DON’T drive the ARV as much: Windows, Landscaping, Driveway, Rough Plumbing & ElectricalI agree with @Jaron Walling about meeting the appraiser at the property and providing documentation.
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6 February 2025 | 7 replies
Face-to-face connections can quickly build trust and often lead to referrals.2.Online Groups & Forums:Utilize Facebook groups, LinkedIn communities, and other local online networks dedicated to real estate investing.
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30 January 2025 | 0 replies
Building a Consistent Pipeline of Distressed DealsOne of the significant challenges in scaling your operations is ensuring you have a steady stream of promising distressed properties.