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Joshua Keim Excited to be here!
27 January 2025 | 12 replies
You want to focus on areas where you have a competitive advantage (you have lived there or you have family and friends there) and then compare those areas against widespread list of great areas to invest.Good luck!
Jason Brown Hello new investor HERE!!!
30 January 2025 | 19 replies
I’m still learning myself, but I’ve found that connecting with other investors and figuring out which areas of the market to focus on (like distressed properties or foreclosures) can make all the difference.Are you currently looking to jump back into investing, or are you exploring different strategies at this point?
Patricia Via should I manage alone or property manager?
24 February 2025 | 14 replies
For example, if you’re investing in residential properties on the southwest side of town, eliminate property managers focused on commercial properties or other areas.Research CandidatesSearch Engines: Be cautious—Google rankings often reflect marketing, not quality.Yelp Reviews: Read reviews critically; tenants, not property owners, typically write them.
Tim Rogers Another Real Estate Professional Status Question
13 February 2025 | 15 replies
It really is a nice perk of making rentals nonpassive that high income earners can avoid NIIT, which is easy to forget since we're usually focusing on qualifying rentals as nonpassive to deduct a tax loss.
Hendrix P. Allentown, PA
3 February 2025 | 24 replies
Hi Everyone, I work for a investor focused Real Estate Team (Morrow Wargo Group) based around Allentown.
Adam Aero To renovate basement or not for appraisal?
1 February 2025 | 5 replies
If you’re below $275K, focus on high-impact upgrades like improving curb appeal (landscaping, fresh paint), refreshing the kitchen and bathrooms (new hardware, lighting), or adding energy-efficient features (smart thermostats, LED lighting).
Chanel Snerling New Here Intro & Advice
24 January 2025 | 7 replies
@Chanel Snerling not sure why you are so focused on building?
Zachary Young Where To Buy My First Rental Property
30 January 2025 | 56 replies
Focus on areas with high tenant demand, solid cash flow, and potential for long-term appreciation, and you'll be on your way to securing a great investment.Good luck!
Ryan DeRobertis Considering first investment property in Puerto Rico
2 February 2025 | 14 replies
I tried to get in contact with an agent through BP's find an agent, but the concierge said BP didn't have an agent in the area.Question: What is a good way to get in contact with an agent who can help me narrow down locations and then focus on finding properties thereProperty management:Seeing as this is my first investment property, I would like to start with property management and learn more as I progress.Question: Is property management common in PR and are there any recommendations?
Paul Gutierrez Open Door Capital Funds
11 February 2025 | 31 replies
It doesn’t make sense to go through the fundraising process each time since the focus should be on trying to swallow up these deals in short order.