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14 January 2018 | 19 replies
I have a long standing relationship with my credit union.
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8 April 2018 | 23 replies
Brendan Canning I can second the suggestion for PenFed credit union, I just got approved for a HELOC on a SFR that I own.
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29 September 2016 | 16 replies
But thanks for the suggestion.
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28 September 2016 | 6 replies
I would also suggest you join your local REI group.
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28 September 2016 | 8 replies
There are certainly many people locally who can help you or offer suggestions.
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3 October 2016 | 11 replies
Gino literally wrote the book on mom and pop apartments....Wheelbarrow Profits.Look for...Below market rentsOvergrown or not maintained landscapingDeferred maintenance on the exterior facadeNo online presence or marketing (word of mouth or signage only)All white interior paint schemesDated lighting and plumbing fixtures100% occupancy (can suggest below market rents)All rents in increments of $25 (a lot of money to be made in smaller increments)2 - 10 year residents at rent rates below new tenantsNo late fees in the P&LSelf-managing (tiring)Self-maintenance (a lot of work)
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27 September 2016 | 13 replies
I assume there is something like this and wanted to see if anyone has had any good experiences or other suggestions for getting a solid lease.Thanks in advanceShaun
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6 December 2016 | 11 replies
There are also many meetups in the area where you can network with other local investors and I would suggest checking a few of them out to see which ones you like best!
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4 October 2016 | 11 replies
A coworker suggested I check out this site and gave me some other references as well.