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25 July 2018 | 10 replies
A bit of advice to new agents and aspiring real estate professionals, FIND A MENTOR WHOM YOU ASPIRE TO BE LIKE, FIND A FEW SO THAT YOU GAIN MANY DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES ON THE PROCESS THAT THEY TOOK TO BECOME SUCCESS.
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1 June 2018 | 9 replies
Recommend professional evaluation and repair which may include perimeter drainage and sump pump, sealing the gaps around the main drain, and adding New Vapor barrier and insulation.
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10 September 2018 | 96 replies
(*Relatively high compared to what we see from "professional" management companies and compared to most of what else is available in the sandboxes where we play).
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4 June 2018 | 11 replies
Readers are advised to seek professional advice.
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16 January 2020 | 2 replies
These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.
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4 June 2018 | 18 replies
Like said though if there ever was a state that the locals should stay in and invest in .. in my mind its that one.. no state income tax is a huge driver in my mind.
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6 June 2018 | 8 replies
My tenant (single professional) has occupied the home for a full 2 years now.
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5 July 2018 | 9 replies
Be a sponge and take notes.Third, consider joining a local real estate investment club in your area to network with other real estate investors and professionals locally.Finally, bring your deals here so the more experienced investors can help you get your deals done right.Happy to help in any way I can.
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4 June 2018 | 11 replies
I think the bigger the property the more professional you need to manage it, this could be challenging if you cant figure that out.
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3 June 2018 | 2 replies
Do your due diligence or ask a property or legal professional for help. 13.