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I worked in the automotive repair industry for over 15 years where my image was not of major relevance. Employees wore coveralls and had no personal dealings with the public. You don't need to look like a rockstar to ...
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A while back, my wife and I decided to rehab one of our long-term rentals in central Austin and convert it to a short-term vacation rental. After months and months of work, our first vacation rental property is now up...
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Just closed on my first SFH 2 weeks ago and I am AMPED to have finally defeated paralysis analysis and joined the club. Quitclaim deed has been initiated and the property is officially in the LLC's name. Let the fun b...
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Looking to buy my next deal but prices here in Southern California is outrageous. I have been researching in other markets out of state, particularly in the MidWest. Would it be reasonable to just and stay put and inv...
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Good morning from Chicago,I am an owner/occupant of a Tri-plex.I'm a 26 year old kid and this is my first property and first year as a landlord. So far so good and a really positive experience up until my first hiccup...
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My wife and I are looking to get started as real estate investors. We live in California and it’s to expensive here to cash flow. What’s are some of the BEST CITIES in the USA to purchase SFR or Condo rental units tha...
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Hello all!I'm writing to introduce myself. My husband and I live in California, but are looking to invest in our first property within the next year in the Rochester area (specifically a nice suburb like Pittsburg or ...
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Building Permits provide a snapshot into what the supply pipeline (new homes and apartments) in a market will look like in 12-24 months time. The more supply dropped into a market, the more growth needed to keep occup...