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Investment Info:
Condo other investment in Springfield.
Purchase price: $210,000
Cash invested: $20,000
Invested into a Condo property in Las Vegas NV. I used all my college savings for the downpay...
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Are there any REI clubs or groups that meet in the Central Illinois Area? Chicago area is a little far for me and a whole different animal to tackle.
Thanks,
Cain
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Hey, does anyone have recommendations for contractors in Springfield? This will be a big job entailing pretty much everything, so anything would be appreciated, eg GC's, electricians, plumbers, etc.Thanks!
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Hello everyone! Figured the intro section would be a good place to dive in. Very new to investing and jumping in feet first! Looking to do some buy/sell deals; maybe 4 properties a year? Would also like to do some...
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Hello everyone! I had joined BP awhile back but never formally introduced myself on the forums. My name is Austin Pekarek. I have started my own portrait studio business at the age of 14 (I am 22 now), currently have ...
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My name's John, and I'm getting started in real estate investing.
Prior background? Well, no experience buying and selling properties. But I have logged some experience doing various bits of renovation-type work. As ...
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Hey all! I've been listening to the podcast for quite some time and I'm finally taking the dive. Actually, I'm partnering with a friend to make the dive. The division of labor will look something like this:Me: Find de...
I am looking for a home inspector in the Springfield, MO area. If anyone has any recommendations that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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Investment Info:
Single-family residence fix & flip investment in Springfield.
Purchase price: $70,000
Cash invested: $140,000
Sale price: $270,000
Single family was a total rehab.
Wha...
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I am so jazzed by the Bigger Pockets Website. My business partner and I started on this venture in October of 2013. We both had the same goals and challenges. Over 40 with no retirement and a love of Real Estate. ...