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With the stress of the holidays looming, I thought it could be fun to share the lighter side of real estate. What are some of the funniest experiences you've had as an investor? How did you handle it? What would you d...
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I write this as a career RE investor for 2 reasons: 1) Inexperienced investors might find a tidbit or two, and 2) that experienced investors might point me toward what is next for me.
I bought my first rental propert...
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I'm at a seminar in Dallas . The guru is Phil Grove. The sales pitch is now happening. Does anybody know if this is worthwhile? A ripoff?
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Hello investing friends! My very first "flip" went live on MLS today. What a great learning experience and it was definitely very different than what I've seen on HGTV. :) Nonetheless I LOVED the process.Before/after ...
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Hi all...
Just a question for the vets....
I understand that when you BID as an "Owner-Occ", you have to actually occupy the home for @ least 6-12 months BEFORE refi'ing or selling.
And when you BID as Investor and...
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Let's say the quick and dirty is, I (like so many) investors had taken too many courses from national speakers in TX, FL (and everywhere NOT in New England), and had still not done a deal. I forced myself to do a dea...
I was curious about this. I see many people not wanting to be members of their local REI Clubs. I wonder why? You want to network, meet buyers, sellers, lenders, even get some education. Seems like the place to be?...
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Hi, im mark from seattle wa. No experience in real estate but i have been investing my time to know more about real estate. And ive been working with my realtor to find a good deals in my area. I know i shouldn't be w...