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Maxwell Silva How do I market myself as a new agent?
25 January 2025 | 26 replies
You want to mix in advertisements with quality content that people will want to read such as DIY articles, market statistics, and popular housing trends.
Pankaj Malik Tenant threatening to sue and wants to extort money
19 January 2025 | 27 replies
DO NOT TRY DIY EVICTION!
Marc Shin need recommendations for curtain colors and rug colors
1 January 2025 | 22 replies
There are a lot of good resources out there if you want to DIY the decor.
Gabriella Pellolio 1st Property - Built Equity, What’s Next Step?
3 January 2025 | 7 replies
You can get 90% of the future equity, but you do have to have a GC do all of the work for you so you cannot DIY for future repairs. 
David Sam Cost segregation study recommendations
26 December 2024 | 7 replies
Studies typically cost $3,000–$5,000 but affordable DIY options (around $400–$500) exist for simpler properties.
Chris Kay How to Form First Core Four (BRRRR Team)
30 December 2024 | 20 replies
@Chris Kay to learn to properly DIY manage you have two basic options:1) Trial & fire on your own, hopefully not making a major mistake that costs you tens of thousands of dollars.- Once your time is more impotant to you then the cost of a PMC, you can hire one.2) Hire a PMC to guide you on your first rental and learn from their expertise.- You can buy additional properties and DIY manage those, perhaps leaning on the PMC for any issues you're not sure how to handle on your own.Good luck:)
Tove Fox Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate Investing?
5 January 2025 | 13 replies
@Tove Fox - Residential Real Estate InvestingPros:Lower Entry Costs: Easier to get started with less capital required.High Demand: People always need homes, making demand relatively stable.Easier Financing: Mortgages are generally easier to secure with favorable terms.Simplicity: Easier to understand and manage, especially for beginners.Flexibility: You can use it as a personal residence or rent it out.Cons:Tenant Turnover: More frequent turnover leads to vacancy and more management.Lower Cash Flow: Income potential can be modest compared to commercial properties.Emotional Buyers: Residential prices can be influenced by emotions, leading to price volatility.Maintenance Burden: Landlords often deal with repairs and maintenance, which can be time-consuming.Commercial Real Estate InvestingPros:Higher Income Potential: Stronger cash flow and higher returns are common.Long-Term Leases: Tenants often sign longer leases (3-10 years), reducing vacancy risk.Professional Tenants: Business tenants tend to take better care of the property.Valuation Based on Income: Prices are based on the income the property generates, not market emotions.Shared Costs: Tenants often cover property expenses like taxes, insurance, and maintenance (via triple-net leases).Cons:High Entry Costs: Requires more capital or partnerships to get started.Complex Management: More expertise is needed; you may need a professional property manager.Economic Sensitivity: Commercial properties are more sensitive to economic conditions.Challenging Financing: Securing financing can be harder, with stricter terms and higher interest rates.Zoning and Legalities: More complex regulations compared to residential properties.Key Differences:Risk: Residential tends to be lower risk, while commercial offers higher rewards but with greater risk.Management: Residential is easier for DIY investors, while commercial properties usually require a team.Scalability: Commercial properties are easier to scale, offering more potential for significant cash flow increases.
Tim Holt House Hacking in expensive markets - MA and RI
4 January 2025 | 14 replies
Also a good opportunity to learn some DIY maintenance and make some contractor contacts,etc.  
Alyssa Dinson What has been your experience with out of state investing?
16 January 2025 | 78 replies
I've helped self-managing investors find good property management after disastrous DIY experiences, and I've helped investors with terrible property management find qualified and reputable companies.
Alissa Schmitz Has anyone tried TurboTenant's maintenance program Lula?
31 December 2024 | 8 replies
Understand that they are doing this to make a profit, so it will be more expensive than coordinating maintenance yourself.It may be a decent program for a DIY owner that wants to just outsource maintenance, but you will have the same maintenance issues with this company that you would with a PMC:1) Higher costs2) Admins answering the phones & assigning work, that just know the basics about maintenance.