Spence Kal
Video marketing ideas for real estate agent
Hey everyone! So as I’m sure most of you know, video marketing for agents is becoming more common and finally catching on especially with newer agents working social media for leads. Since all the social platforms are...
Marcos Carbi
Should I replace the roof with tenants in place?
Hey guys,I just closed on my first duplex and the roof is pretty outdated (20 years old). It is in working condition but has a leak and should be replaced - I want to replace it for personal peace of mind and insuranc...
Brad Taylor
Smartlocks or Keypad Locks for Rental Properties
Just about to close on my 1st househack rental! I have to replace some of the locks and wondering if I should just make the jump to a keypad or smartlock instead of the cheaper/traditional lock for all units?Love to ...
Mike Monaco
Corona Virus Aftermath
The Corona Virus is forcing many to work remotely for jobs that never had the opportunity to do so in the past. Once this Pandemic comes to an end how is this going to impact the real estate market if most jobs contin...
John Warren
Adding amenities in a C class apartment
Hi Fellow Apartment Investors,I am currently under contract on a 36 unit apartment complex in Springfield, IL. The property is a class C property, but it is 2.1 miles from the University of Illinois Springfield. The U...
Roy N.
The Mother Nature Contingency
Mother Nature ... gotta love her!
In the past 10-days we've received 36+ inches of snow, which is above normal for this early in the winter (Jan & Feb are usually the big snow months). In addition to th...
Lloyd Segal
Economic Update (Monday, January 18, 2021)
Economic Update(Happy Martin Luther King Day)
Predictions for 2021? As 2020 has shown us, the world can throw so many curveballs at you that predictions can be about as useful as new year’s resolutions. In that s...
Rick Jones
What to do with database of Industry Contacts (potential lead sources)
Hi Everyone,I have kicked off a mailing campaign, website, business cards and bandit signs are ordered all geared toward looking for motivated sellers. I am trying a multi faceted approach to determine which has the ...
Account Closed
Post-offer jitters - advice needed on condo value
I'm hoping that the good people of BP can help me come to my senses:Just made an offer for a 2 bed 1 bath condo in Canton, MI. Offered full asking price of 154K. When I looked at the comps I was shocked to see that th...
Kyle Ferguson
Who buys and develops agricultural land? Farm niche
Food demand is always increasing and our fertile soils are eroding. I'm wondering what type of opportunities are out there for buying farmland and improving. In my line of business, I have come across a lot of farmers...