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27 January 2025 | 6 replies
Also, make sure you know what the local laws are.
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6 February 2025 | 16 replies
Start local and small, then grow from there with experience.
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16 January 2025 | 1 reply
THANKS Your local credit union might be your best bet.
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14 January 2025 | 9 replies
Having reasonable expectations, hiring a local professional (Realtor or PM), doing your research, and doing everything right (i.e. pro photos, professional design, good renovation, proper amenities and location, etc) are the keys to success in 2025.
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31 January 2025 | 11 replies
We reached out to other contacts we have locally that also do rentals to get a recommendation and I am glad I did.
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29 January 2025 | 22 replies
Start small, build a reserve fund, and work with local experts to ensure your first investment is a solid one.Good luck!
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14 January 2025 | 4 replies
I also saw your post on one of the local Buffalo facebook forums, and will caution you that you are going to get a WIDE variety of feedback from a WIDE variety of investors -- especially on that group!
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14 January 2025 | 4 replies
Thank you@Brian Lubeck I believe you need to call the local DMV for where your trailers are located and go through the process for a replacement title.
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11 January 2025 | 9 replies
Hoping to connect with fellow Canadians that have invested in Detroit and start making local connections too!
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14 January 2025 | 5 replies
Thank youBest,SathishkumarI would potentially try starting out being a cohost in that local area or work for a cohost company .