Keep in mind if the description/pictures show the home needed a lot of work, then the price will be lower than normal, and alternatively, if the description/pictures show the home was completely renovated, then the price would be on the upper end.

As with most who catch the bug, my mind seems to be completely consumed with thoughts dealing with this common bond that brings us all together.I was thinking earlier about my first experiences with REI meetups.

I've completed renovations and am thinking I can do a cash-out refi, take out the private lender and access some equity for another investment.

(either to fix/flip or fix/hold).....leading to a nice (40% gross margin) once completed.

I've recently bought a property specifically to rent out full time and it got me thinking about how a STR business can expand.It seems like the main avenues are:1. work with landlords to rent out properties and simply pay them rent2. co host and manage other people's listings3. buy properties and run yourselfeach has their pros and cons, though #1 seems the most approachable, though would take a good amount of work to find landlords open to allowing it.What have been ways that you've scaled your business beyond just 1 property?

@Lisa Rispoli I completely understand and can agree.

Am I too naive to simply ask: "What's the big deal?"

Hi everyone, I know this might sound like a dumb question but I am a complete beginner trying to learn as much as I can about real estate.

A couple of pointers:Some groups are simply meet n greets and some have presentations on topicsSome groups are focused on selling products and bootcampsThere is a list of local events here on BP under Community>Networking Events. 

Most duplexes have a third meter for the landlord.Second, if you must use the tenants electricity, simply give a week or two notice and let him know you will be compensating him for it.