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Hi I'm Andrew, a kid that's building a shipping container complex
My name is Andrew VanCura. I am a recent college graduate from Illinois. I am 22 years old and ready to create the vision that I have dreamed about for years; a shipping container apartment building. I have done years...
Gino Barbaro
What's Stopping You From Investing In Multifamily Properties?
I have posed this question to help me serve my students better. I know most answers will focus around lack of money, but I think the answer is more complex. My three biggest reasons for taking action: FEAR, family m...
Scott Trench
Update to Signatures on the BiggerPockets Forums
Just wanted to announce today that we’ve added some enhanced capabilities to the forum signature here on BiggerPockets.We now allow agents and other professionals to show off their certifications, license numbers, and...
Bryan Hancock
Are Realtors Worth The Commission Anymore?
Given that there is such a liquid market of buyers online I was wondering what people's thoughts are on the commission paid to Realtors. A 6% commission has always seemed scandalously high to me given the typical amo...
Jonathan Partsch
Starting out: Kitchen rehab advice needed
Hello,I am just starting out with 2-BR SFH in Ohio that I inherited this year. Never owned property before, let alone investment property.I want to rehab the kitchen in my inherited house to a condition that would be ...
C.J. Lauria
Finding a Qualified REI Mentor
You have probably observed that your best first investment is in yourself. Even if you have closed a few deals in the past, you must have a mentor who can help take you to the next level in your real estate invest...
Bobby Narinov
Is the role of a clients real estate agent worth the money
This is going to piss off a lot of agents.I was reading here on BP about a buyers agent refusing to submit an offer unless it is at or above the asking price and I kind of got pissed off.In today's markets the buyer u...
Kingsley Okwerekwu
Estimating repair costs off MLS pictures...okay to do? Or stupid?
How can I estimate rental costs on a MLS listing from my computer? I am looking to begin my first flip in the next 2/3 months...is it okay to see fixer upper appear in my market and just make an offer of what I “think...
Fred Ramos
Why You should Stop Buying Rentals And Become The Bank
Let's set the tone straight; most people don't get into the rental business because they like to manage problematic tenants, deal with leaky toilets or attend eviction hearings.Most people follow traditional investmen...
Michael Hyun
How to make your Airbnb SUPER unique?
Hi all,I used to have a STR in JT and one thing that I realized is that travelers are looking for EXPERIENCES and UNIQUE, INSTAGRAMMABLE highlights when looking for an Airbnb. I want to know what are some of the MOST ...