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Nedim Tokman RE Master Courses
2 December 2024 | 6 replies
I didn't know he offered any type of course, but given his books and YouTube presence, doesn't surprise me.  
Brandon Morgan payment methods for tenants
28 November 2024 | 15 replies
It takes a few days for the money to hit my account, but that is a small thing compared to the convenience.
Josh Willis How to get started in real estate with only $10k
3 December 2024 | 15 replies
We just bought a house in a highly desired older neighborhood.The owner agreed to owner finance it with 5k down over 5 years at 0% interest.We did put some money into the house to fix it up some.The rental income will cover the payments.Always ask for owner financing, the answer might surprise you.Work with money partners to do more deals.Join your local Real Estate Club and learn new techniques and grow your network.
Rene Hosman How do you do bookkeeping and financial reporting for your rentals?
4 December 2024 | 30 replies
I manage 2 LTR and 1 MTR using only Baselane which makes it so convenient to streamline my processes.
Bruce Lynn Everyone wants to buy a foreclosure until they get to see inside the property
1 December 2024 | 134 replies
Surprised I didn't see ya there my friend.... 
Sebastian Tamburro New Investor looking to break into the foreclosure market
2 December 2024 | 2 replies
Of course, many investors bend/break this rule, but that's another risk.2) If your bid wins the foreclosure auction, you then have to deal with getting rid of any occupants - who may steal/damage everything they can in retaliation:(3) You MUST have a great crew on the ground that can minimize surprises - not easy to do on your first deal.Regardless if you buy a foreclosure or other property, read our copy & paste advice below:-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?
Kristin Boekhoff Practical Questions for Small Multifamily
25 November 2024 | 8 replies
This significantly lowers the cost per door and improves your return on investment.Scalability: A three-story walk-up design allows you to maximize your build cost and land use, just like most professional apartment developers do.Control with New Construction: Starting with a new build ensures fewer risks, as you’ll have control over the property’s condition and avoid surprises from existing structures.Pro Tip: If you do go with an existing property, make sure to thoroughly vet the deal to avoid hidden costs and issues.For first-time investors, multifamily new construction is often the best way to scale quickly, reduce costs per unit, and build a sustainable rental portfolio.
Tanya Maslach Creating an LLC: state where properties are located
29 November 2024 | 12 replies
While this is a convenient option, the downside is that they don’t offer any advice—legal, tax, or business-related.
Marc Shin Visiting my STR property for the first time ever... What should I be sure to do?
1 December 2024 | 15 replies
you'd be surprised how many "issues" are pretty simple little things.   
Laurence R. Smith Banks vs. Private Money Lending: What's the Difference?
25 November 2024 | 4 replies
Plus, the relationship-based nature of private lending can lead to more long-term, win-win partnerships.Banks definitely have their place for more traditional loans, but for many investors, the convenience of private lending outweighs the higher rates—especially when time is money!