I am checking turnkey properties. Seems like all of them are charging above retail prices if you compare them with local comps. This makes the exit strategy difficult for the investor. If you hold the turnkey property...

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I believe quotes are a powerful tool.  They provide a boost of quick knowledge and motivation.  I would love to hear your favorites and why they are."Don't wait for the perfect opportunity: create it." -George Benard ...

I'm interested to see what some other, more experienced REI say about this concept.I have always been a DIY guy. I built my own house - literally, built my own house, contracting out just a few parts of the job - and ...

What other types of investments do you do?

I recently bought my house using the full 203k loan since the house had some possible structural repairs that needed to be done on the raised foundation. The repairs needed to be completed were not astronomical compar...

When I began investing out of state, primarily in Austin and Dallas, I hired property managers to help manage my SFR properties.When investing in SFRs, you're dealing with very small numbers.  For this reason, (1) und...

We finally have our STR property set up and rolling, listings cranking on Airbnb and VRBO, and on our way towards getting enough 5 star reviews to kick the machine into high gear.  Still have some deferred maintenance...

Here's my challenge for this week to all new (and experienced) investors:

GO MAKE AN OFFER!

Taking action is the single biggest thing anyone can do to make progress on their goals. So, for all you n...

Hi all,

it is rare that I actually create a topic although I like to post on other issues. I had a few thoughts come in to mind as I just came across a vacant property. The property is located in a nice neighborhood,...