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16 April 2024 | 2 replies
Looking forward to local insight and general tips.
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16 April 2024 | 6 replies
Welcome welcome, I recommend joining up with some local rest estate groups to network with in person and Facebook groups for investors, buy/sell, contractors, etc. to just be in the mix and see who is out there making deals and opportunities.
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16 April 2024 | 10 replies
Tanner, if you can house hack locally I'd definitely go that route.
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16 April 2024 | 20 replies
Even if they're SoCal local meet ups, there should definitely be some out of state investors or people similar to your situation.
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16 April 2024 | 11 replies
I recommend attending your local investment meet-up to find the right wholesaler in your market.
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17 April 2024 | 8 replies
Start local.
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16 April 2024 | 7 replies
A garage that is not properly insulated may be uncomfortable to live in and may not meet local building codes for habitation.Heating and cooling: In order to make the garage comfortable to live in, you will need to install heating and cooling systems.
16 April 2024 | 11 replies
Are you investing locally, or are you open to investing out-of-state?
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12 April 2024 | 2 replies
I am making this post for anyone local to NWA to comment and potentially meet up with, so lets go grab some coffee sometime!