![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/12/small_1621345213-avatar-4everlearning.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
17 April 2008 | 3 replies
I've been told that letters aren't the most effective way to contact owners of large apt. complexes.Supposedly, the best way to get into the loop and have the first crack at purchasing larger multi-family properties before they hit the market is to (1) network with commercial real estate professionals such as Scott the CCIM (2) join commercial real estate organizations such as the IREM, BOMA, NAA, and ICSC or befriend individuals that are members (3) approach a property owner in the flesh and (4) network some more.You agree Scott?
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/315/small_1621345424-avatar-kygregor.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
9 May 2008 | 23 replies
The demographics are different than Ohio - we have less blue collar more professional positions which means higher wages.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/4393/small_1621347000-avatar-tbc32.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
25 April 2008 | 2 replies
Wouldn't really expect much appreciation there, unless there's some local driver right where you are going to buy.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/6652/small_1621347842-avatar-beck.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
3 May 2008 | 4 replies
They quickly agreed.Once I get the letter from the bankruptcy trustee stating that the bank has permission to change the name on the loans, I think I'll sort of be in the driver's seat.
17 May 2008 | 20 replies
No problem.I am a genuine investor as you will see in my bio, but I have also grown to understand that the key to long term success (in anything) is to embrace both professional and personal development, hence why the product I sell makes a good fit for me personally.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/67/small_1621345305-avatar-wheatie.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
15 December 2012 | 10 replies
I have custom signs that say "For Rent" and have my phone number and website, they cost about the same as the blank signs and I think they look a little more professional.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/4987/small_1621347230-avatar-harley1986.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
9 May 2008 | 30 replies
Imo, contractions shouldn't be used in professional situations, either.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/4939/small_1695166278-avatar-sellmoreinc.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
3 May 2008 | 2 replies
Current accumulative note amts $80,000,000+ Real Estate ExperienceBeing a results-oriented professional with over six years professional real estate finance experience.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/6482/small_1621347790-avatar-maat55.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
6 May 2008 | 6 replies
However, you can only apply this "passive loss" vs. ordinary income if you are a "real estate professional".
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/6662/small_1621347845-avatar-mhowellbey.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
6 May 2008 | 2 replies
I have over 6 years in the Real Estate industry and I am looking to network with other Professionals