
8 January 2025 | 33 replies
I’d prefer less outsourcing on behalf of the banks and fewer web portals/ apps/ servicing companies because in my experience the more entities involved the more glitches, so adding a VA and another layer of software to the mix doesn’t sound inviting.

13 January 2025 | 12 replies
Add to that the fact that private financing typically involves way less bureaucracy, with reduced paperwork and fewer hoops to jump through.

2 January 2025 | 53 replies
There might be a pathway where you can hire a better PM (easier said than done) who gets better tenants and you can stabilize the property and catch your breath.

9 January 2025 | 21 replies
Per this NY Times article, the average American knows around 600 people.https://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/19/science/the-average-american-knows-how-many-people.html#:~:text=The%20average%20American%20knows%20about,do%20you%20know%20named%20Kevin%3FPer the US Census Bureau, the average American moves 11.7 time in their life, which based upon an approximate lifespan of 84 years, works out to be about every 7 years.https://www.census.gov/topics/population/migration/guidance/calculating-migration-expectancy.html#:~:text=Using%202007%20ACS%20data%2C%20it,one%20move%20per%20single%20yearSo, if the average American knows 600 people and they each move about every 7 years, that means that the average American knows around 85 people that move in any given year.How many of those moves do you want to be involved in?

6 January 2025 | 5 replies
Leverage magnifies return. 3) The effort involved in adding an ADU is comparable or larger than a rehab associated with a BRRRR.

10 January 2025 | 67 replies
I have thought about Fundrise (medium success when I invested there), Crowdstreet (I have not invested there but might consider), farmtoghether (20k invested there already) and groundfloor (bad experience so not looking to invest there).Any advice will be appreciated.There is no greater wealth than peace of mind - Buddha - I have both directly owned real estate and passive investments in my portfolio.And if you're an accredited investor, then you have many options for investing in real-estate passively (and that don't involve all the stress of direct management nor putting money into public markets...which tend to be much more volatile).

12 January 2025 | 185 replies
People who are involved in anything tend to have an overinflated sense of self, ego and importance.

3 January 2025 | 2 replies
Make sure any renovations comply with local regulations and obtain the necessary permits if plumbing changes are involved.

3 January 2025 | 3 replies
I look forward to being involved with bigger pockets and am excited to connect.

27 December 2024 | 20 replies
It’s inspiring to see your motivation to dive into real estate for greater stability and financial freedom.