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Anthony R. Hidden Gotchya's in Staring in REI - Lessons Learned in Blood
4 March 2019 | 0 replies

So I just wanted to start a discussion that focused on the little hangups that new investors face when getting into REI. I've hit these and I'm sure others have and will too. Problem: You have no experience. You're bu...

Steele Dewald Park City Ski in/out Fix and Flip LESSON LEARNED!
16 November 2022 | 0 replies

Investment Info:

Condo fix & flip investment.

Purchase price: $680,000

Cash invested: $184,000

Sale price: $1,325,000

At the time of this purchase, we were closing on a previous fix and flip ...

Sidney Chatelain What are the lessons learned from the Surfside Condo Collapse?
4 July 2021 | 2 replies

My condolences to all those directly affected by this tragic event. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...I wonder why anyone would put/place their tenants in such danger. All those families, all those lives...Where did th...

Tatiana C. Areas in Houston to avoid for house flips - lessons learned
7 November 2017 | 0 replies

Hello everyone,Would you fellow investors in Houston share what areas in our city house flippers should avoid when looking for deals? I wonder if anyone has had a bad experience they would share in a specific area due...

Matthew Herrington Big News Big Lessons: Imran Awan RE shortcuts to trouble
6 August 2017 | 0 replies

Regardless of your Politics, the recent scandal surrounding US House of Reps. IT worker Imran Awan has a core lesson about conducting your Real Estate business in an above board manner. See below for the most recent n...

Michael Stith What is the biggest lesson you've learned investing in RE?
18 September 2017 | 1 reply

I'm just beginning my journey as a real estate investor and I'm trying to learn as much as I can about it before I dive in. That brings me to my question, what did you wish you knew about real estate investing before ...

Bruce Woodruff Worst customers you've had? (And a Lesson for young Contractors)
24 May 2022 | 2 replies

Let's start some stories. I'll go first.Customer had me doing a remodel at a house on the water (in California) inland from the ocean, everyone has a boat dock, etc. Project cost was approx $500,000. Comes time to fin...

Bubba McCants Flip Success or Flop Lessons: Share Your Most Memorable Flip!
24 April 2024 | 1 reply

Hey fellow flippers!
Have you ever tackled a flip that took a surprising turn? Whether it was a hidden gem of a find or a seemingly minor hiccup that turned into a full-blown project detour, we’ve all got stories.
I...

Ben Lovro Lessons from a Failed Hedge Fund on Real Estate Risk
10 January 2024 | 0 replies

Introduction
Investing in real estate is kind of like playing a board game.It's all about making moves and decisions, hoping they'll pay off in a big way.But, similar to board games, there are risks in real estate.Th...

Craig Horton Lessons Learned in 40 years as a Real Estate Investor
19 October 2014 | 6 replies

This week I have been working with my Dad as an active Real Estate Investor for 40 years.  Here are five tips to succeed as a Real Estate Investor for 40 years:1. Set written goals of what you want to achieve and revi...