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11 September 2024 | 16 replies
You'll need to work with an agent who specializes or has some skill in this and who understands investing.
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16 September 2024 | 43 replies
I try and provide feedback that is typically contrary to popular opinion because most of the people here on BP are newer and do not have the experience that others have - so when I see people telling others to do X or Y which has significant risk because they thinks it’s easy - most do not know the skills of the person on the other side of the post and sometimes it’s better to err on the side of caution or atleast let everyone know and be aware of the risks.What I would tell anyone buying real estate today is expect to hold it 5 years before considering selling it if you expect to make any money on it.
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10 September 2024 | 8 replies
Build the broadest ranges of skills, knowledge, attitude and abilities and become business lethal.
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8 September 2024 | 0 replies
Challenge and Stretch: Great leaders challenge their teams with tasks that stretch their capabilities, allowing for growth and the development of new skills.6.
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9 September 2024 | 3 replies
I’ve learned to start the permitting process early and keep a close eye on inspection timelines to avoid bottlenecks.It can be difficult to find contractors who are not only skilled but also reliable and available when you need them.
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9 September 2024 | 9 replies
You don't know if you have any skills?
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9 September 2024 | 13 replies
The most important thing right now is developing good bookkeeping skills—which your CPA won’t be doing for you.
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11 September 2024 | 22 replies
@Jamie Hora You are mastering such a valuable skill!!
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11 September 2024 | 69 replies
Lol if I was selling anything you would know James, or maybe you wouldn't, I'm not sure of your observation skills in the sales field, but I responded to your thread initially, the only response, I clearly am not selling anything.
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9 September 2024 | 15 replies
contact people in your circle who have assets, like doctors, dentest, and high income people.Sell part of the deal to an investor with the assets or source for fundsOption the property, then market to somebody else at a profit.Partner with somebody else who compliment your skill base as well as you finances, don't partner with somebody else who has no money or sources of money.