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23 October 2015 | 3 replies
It kind of makes it easier for people to interact with you.....
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25 October 2015 | 12 replies
(I also happily admit that the view from rooftop Glenmore Hotel in the Rocks is one of my favourite vistas in the world.)As someone who was trying to remotely manage a few things from Sydney while I lived there, I do encourage you to be cautious.
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27 October 2015 | 25 replies
@John CohenThanks for the encouragement.
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24 October 2015 | 3 replies
However, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.
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25 October 2015 | 4 replies
Keep in mind, the process of creating the appropriate set of permit documents may often exceed the timeline of funneling the permit through your local municipality.On that note, I encourage you to meet with the folks at the permit office where you'll be working and ask them to assist you in understanding the process, the expectations and the like.
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31 October 2015 | 21 replies
When you receive the business you still have to perform to get referrals and repeat business but marketing gets the constant inflow of leads.I have known people that were amazing at the mechanical aspects of a transaction but were horrible at social interaction and using marketing to generate leads.
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26 October 2015 | 22 replies
Meaning year over year the money is there but it is being devalued with the historic 2 to 3% annual inflation.So while leveraging to the hilt is also not encouraged it can make sense to take advantage of market opportunities in a good cycle.What I see people with millions do is keep cash flowing but watch out for the great deals.
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1 November 2015 | 15 replies
I'm not encouraging anyone to invest their life's fortune in publicly listed REITs right now!
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25 October 2015 | 1 reply
Below are some quick links to get engaged on this site. http://www.biggerpockets.com/startherehttp://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSetting up Keyword AlertsHow to Use @Mentions on BiggerPocketsLastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.
26 October 2015 | 4 replies
I would encourage you to listen to as many of the podcasts as possible and read through and post on the forums.