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Jonathan Greene My Highlight Reel from BPCON2024
14 October 2024 | 8 replies
I really have enjoyed @david Greene  keynotes in the past (his market is similar to mine so we have similar mindset) but I suspect that may not happen again (he was at the BPCon).  
Edward Heavrin Paying off a rental aggressively. Pros & Cons?
20 October 2024 | 84 replies
You many never see rates in the the 3-4% rate again on an investment property so enjoy it.
Bob Beach Leased SFH vs. AirBnB?
14 October 2024 | 3 replies
Do you enjoy hosting out-of-town guests in your home?
Rene Hosman Exciting News for the BiggerPockets Community: RentRedi Shines on the 2024 Inc. 5000!
15 October 2024 | 5 replies
It's just one extra manual step I wish I didn't have to do and I wish I could just post a link on my rental ads.Otherwise overall, no complaints, I've enjoyed using it and plan to continue using it in the future
Deborah Wodell For Experienced Investors: Lessons from Your First Fix & Flip?
14 October 2024 | 4 replies
Also, at the end of the day, if you have budget left over, make a draw and enjoy that tax free money. 
Jake Jones New to investing
10 October 2024 | 4 replies
BP is an excellent platform for enhancing your knowledge and building your network.
Lance Turner Is this an obsession?
13 October 2024 | 4 replies
Hope you enjoyed the beautiful day! 
Rene Hosman Pre Event Intro - If you're coming to BPCON2024 let us know who you are!
12 October 2024 | 54 replies
@Jay HinrichsAfter the closing keynote they announced the location of BP2025 and Jay will be happy to hear it is in Las Vegas (he has advocated for Las Vegas at least a few times).I will say I enjoyed the lower attendance of this year compared to Orlando.  
AJ Wong Dual Licensing: As a Realtor is it worth getting your NMLS mortgage broker license?
12 October 2024 | 9 replies
Without being a licensed mortgage professional some of these tools would not be available or more likely at the disposal of the marketplace and the 'research' or relationships they've cultivated with statistically limited mortgage experience..even as a professional great mortgage brokers and companies are hard to find...With 65%+ of residential transactions still involving a loans, real estate professionals with expertise in real estate financing will deliver enhanced value to their clients.  
Frank Barletta Houston: Gross Weather, Lovely Investing
9 October 2024 | 9 replies
The education and health services sector alone added 23,800 jobs in the past year, reflecting a significant expansion in these industries, particularly in healthcare and social assistance​.Proximity to Major Employment Centers: Greater Heights offers convenient access to key employment hubs such as downtown Houston and the Galleria area, which are major attractors for residents due to the short commute and abundant job opportunities​.Education: Nearby institutions like University of Houston and Rice University contribute to the area's appeal.Infrastructure Projects: Ongoing developments like the East Blocks Redevelopment and BioHub II at Generation Park enhance local amenities and attractiveness.Investment InsightsGreater Heights Rental Market Trends:Single-Family House Rentals:Median Rent: $1,350 for 1 bedroom, $2,695 for 2 bedrooms, $3,250 for 3 bedrooms, and $6,100 for 4+ bedrooms​​.Stability in rent prices with modest YoY increases: 2 bedroom rents increased by $195, and 3 bedroom rents by $250​​.Median Sold Price YoY ComparisonApartment Rentals:1 bedroom apartments saw a YoY increase of $305, 2 bedroom apartments by $667, indicating strong demand for these unit types​​.Available Rentals:High availability of both house and apartment rentals, indicating a robust market that can support new rental investments​​.Sales Market Trends:Median Sale Prices:Significant appreciation in home values, particularly in 1-bedroom homes, which saw a 190.7% increase from $215K to $625K​​.Other bedroom counts also showed positive appreciation, e.g., 2 bedrooms (5.3%), 3 bedrooms (6.5%), 4 bedrooms (17.4%)​​.Market Activity:Increased number of homes for sale and sold, suggesting a dynamic and active real estate market.