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7 February 2016 | 42 replies
some people just are not cut out for this business.. personality wise.. follow through wise education and intelligence wise. etc...
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15 June 2013 | 83 replies
Of course later proving them wrong 10X over.If I was a Realtor and Derek approached me (showing me his capacity and intelligence/experience on the subject), I would run his CMAs w/o question at no charge.
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22 August 2012 | 19 replies
In bed, driving, during dinner, etc - if I can't talk intelligently on the phone I let my VA/voice mail pick it up.
13 October 2018 | 56 replies
I am sure Scott was referring to guys as representing all BP members of which many are women but we will all be considerate of your feelings and not use the word, "guys" when talking about real estate investing without clarifying we are including all the wonderful , creative, and intelligent women members of our forum, including those that are just passing by.
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18 March 2012 | 58 replies
Do your due diligence in ANY situation and seek actual intelligent, competent advice- not just a poster's opinion, even if it is MINE.
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3 January 2013 | 74 replies
I do believe that the good members of this site could certainly make this happen.I'm very happy to read the intelligent posts made on this thread already!
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16 January 2013 | 84 replies
Property flipping becomes illegal and a fraud for profit scheme when a home is purchased and resold within a short time frame at an artificially inflated value.
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24 March 2022 | 89 replies
I will come into this with strength, intelligence, and intentionality.I made so many mistakes and would love to help others learn "the easy way", from my example.
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20 April 2013 | 25 replies
I've read the guides here on Bigger Pockets, I've listened to all the podcasts, I lurk in the forums, I've done lots of deal analysis using my own Excel sheets and other people's numbers (for practice/fun), I've read the staple books (Kiyosaki, Ferris), and, in a past life, I remodeled homes, so I have good DIY and building experience.I think I understand the basics on paper.Beyond that, I'm relatively intelligent and successful in my day job.
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5 February 2017 | 16 replies
After seeing the police called on you, I wonder about the intelligence of the officers that spent their time tracking you down.