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Kyle Deboer Raising Down Payment Money
29 January 2025 | 25 replies
Focusing on building knowledge, credit, and some capital is key.
Henry Clark Belize Teak Plantation
4 January 2025 | 67 replies
She was out with her girlfriends and got drunk and couldn't put the key in the key hole. 
Steven Moutray New to REI, Building foundation
16 January 2025 | 3 replies
.## NetworkingNetworking is key in real estate investing.
Casey Graham 11 Doors, 13% Stabilized Yield, Town of 13,000?
23 January 2025 | 15 replies
The key is to standardize property quality and management systems, which would appeal to buyers seeking scale.If you’re thinking long-term, holding these properties for cash flow while leveraging local appreciation is also a strong play.
Pranav Patel 22 with ~$50K saved up, is it too soon to start?
16 January 2025 | 9 replies
Starting small and gaining experience is key!
Desiree Rejeili How Much Home Equity Have You Gained? The Answer Might Surprise You
13 January 2025 | 0 replies
The rise in home equity over the years can be credited to two key factors:1.
Rose White Tenant Background Check
15 January 2025 | 6 replies
I recommend you include some of your key qualification criteria in the advertisement.
Jason B. Suburban Chicago: One of the Hottest Rental Markets in the U.S.!
15 January 2025 | 10 replies
I’ve had to widen my search radius to smaller suburbs or target properties needing light cosmetic work to make the numbers work.Value-add opportunities: Adding amenities tenants love, like finished basements or upgraded kitchens, seems to justify rent premiums in this market.Navigating the competition:Be creative with financing: Seller financing or partnering with other investors has been helpful to secure deals when conventional offers didn’t cut it.Work with local agents and wholesalers: They often have their finger on the pulse of off-market opportunities, which is critical in a hot market.For those new to suburban Chicago investing, I’d say the key is finding the “sweet spot” neighborhoods—ones on the rise but not yet maxed out in price.
Zoe Brennan New Agent & Aspiring Investor
9 February 2025 | 18 replies
I completely agree that starting early is key to long-term success.
Hitanshu Shah PM has breached contract; legal options for Out of State Investor?
15 January 2025 | 7 replies
Demand termination of the contract and transfer all documents, funds, keys, and anything else they have to you or the new PM no later than [DATE].