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Hey guys!Not sure if right forum to post but I thought this was most appropriate one. I was curious to hear how people's investing has effected family/friendships/relationships, if at all? I notice as I'm getting more...
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As someone who has paid to go through multiple real estate training programs and mentorships, I'm curious to know your thoughts on what I have experienced, observed, learned, and discovered in the past few years. Here...
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My wife and I are tech managers in the Valley, looking to shift more of our portfolio into Real Estate. Any resources that can help us learn for success are handy ones for sure. Look forward to exchanging knowledge ...
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*This thread hasn't been written to instill fear or troll other investors!So I am a new investor in the market (in Pensacola, FL). Important to note, that even though I have a professional degree and make over $100k a...
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Have you participated as a lender with Lending Club? I'm eager to hear about how you chose the loan to invest in, how the returns were, quality of customer service, and any other aspect you'd like to share.Thanks!
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I invest in Houston, Texas. After a few flips and being forced each time to pay the, lets be honest, VERY expensive brokerage fees to gain assess to the local MLS service and for preparation of a few standard (and fr...
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Best state to invest in buy and hold rental properties ???? is it a Hands down topic ? Or is it debatable ?
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Hey Guys,
Looking to invest in Wichita, KS. But according to census that town has been declining in population last couple of years. Also I believe job growth hasn't been at the rate of KC & OKC. But I heard Amaz...
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Ok, I'll try to make this concise. My marketing budget is $1500/mo. Our original plan was: bandit signs, direct mail to absentees and drive for dollars, email blasts, and network with wholesalers. We are a coupl...
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AirDNA published their annual list, and the markets topping it are: 1. Peoria, IL2. Fairbanks, AK3 Akron, OH4. Columbus, GAYou can go look up the remaining 21 markets, but you get the idea. The industry is mature and ...