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14 May 2024 | 12 replies
Look for advice from those who have done it or join a group to learn from those with a lot of experience.
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13 May 2024 | 6 replies
I have been investing for more than 30+ years and had a terrible experience that is all documented.
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14 May 2024 | 5 replies
🏡If you’ve had a positive experience with a home inspector or know someone reliable, please share their contact info or let me know.
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15 May 2024 | 11 replies
Experience with Distressed Properties: While it's true that many clients of real estate agents are looking to sell for a profit in non-distressed situations, investor-friendly agents specialize in or are at least familiar with foreclosures, short sales, and REOs (bank-owned properties).
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14 May 2024 | 5 replies
You want to compare the experiences available there so you know where you have to land to be successful in that market as a STR.Furnishing is the main cost that I didn't see and @Bryce Jamison hit several other ones.
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12 May 2024 | 0 replies
Here are a few reasons I want to move into this industry: I love property (and would love to own it around the world), I enjoy spending time with family and traveling, I want a more flexible life down the line so I can spend more time doing the things which are important to me.I am looking for someone in the UK or European market and would like to have a stimulating conversation with you to learn more, and I would love to offer my time and energy to help you towards your business.
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14 May 2024 | 17 replies
After this experience, he will most likely choose for future projects to call DOT or get an email with preliminary approval to use AASHTO guidelines in lieu of DOT requirements for your project.
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12 May 2024 | 3 replies
I enjoy networking with private lenders and ending deals to and from
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13 May 2024 | 16 replies
I'm hoping everything continues so I can return to let everyone know about my first experience using a hard money lender.
14 May 2024 | 15 replies
In my experience, once it gets to the no communication stage it usually never works out