17 October 2024 | 6 replies
Hi,I’m looking to invest for the first time in the US (Philly) as a real estate investor.
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17 October 2024 | 5 replies
Can you help me out and point me in a direction for lending for beginners in this market?
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17 October 2024 | 4 replies
So I’m looking at houses in the westchester and just outside of NYC area.
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17 October 2024 | 14 replies
Even in the midwest which offer nice beginner markets where one can get in for under 100k on purchase, you will need 40k+ and the more the better.
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17 October 2024 | 0 replies
If there are any NY market stats/comparisons, you'd like to see in the future, post a reply or shoot me a PM.Below is a quick Q3 comparison between this year and '23 for Suffolk County:Summary:- Single Family values continue climbing- Multifamily Properties are selling faster than last year - Market activity (sold properties) has remained steadyMultifamily sale prices have (slightly) dropped despite sales activity remaining similar to Q3 last year.
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17 October 2024 | 1 reply
In this post, we’ll explore the key considerations and weigh the pros and cons of making the switch.Why Investors Use Multiple Carriers in the First PlaceMost businesses start with multiple insurance carriers for a few simple reasons:Cost – When starting out, investors may opt for the most affordable insurance options, which often leads to picking different carriers for different coverage areas.Specialization – Some carriers specialize in certain locations/aspects of the property.
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17 October 2024 | 0 replies
Lease expire in 5 yrs but I don't see a renewal option offered to the MSO group.They bought this place 2 yrs ago.
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17 October 2024 | 4 replies
What are some things you would focus on if you are new and planned on full time commitment in lets say 3-6 months?
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17 October 2024 | 7 replies
Being in NJ, market is super competitive, so need to figure out how I can maximize the profit.