Scott E.
Preparing to capitalize on the next market collapse
Every day I spend some time in the morning getting up to speed on the latest state of the real estate market by reading various news outlets, listening to economists, looking at data around inflation/inventory/rates, ...
Owen Hogarth
Here we go
I don't quite understand the american ideal sometimes; now here i go. i'm starting this because it was request, i understand we all come from different places and look at the same situations differently but please no ...
Michael G.
Has anyone had success marketing to probate or divorce attorneys for leads?
I've previously had some success direct mail marketing to probate attorneys for leads on distressed properties.It was over a year ago but it did produce 1 deal worth a $10k assignment fee on a distressed property.The ...
Shurrone Jordan
Is it wise to invest in property affiliated with HOA
I was wondering if buying property affiliated with HOA'S are good to invest in?Sincerely,Shurrone Jordan
Jessica G.
Agonizing over where to put energy -- "regular" job or REI. Please give input
I am a teacher so I'm off work for the summer, and I'm focusing 100 percent on growing our REI business.I got two off-market houses under contract last week -- a fix and hold, and a potentially lucrative flip. Great n...
Willie Webb
New SFH Construction
What is the cost to build a new SFH from the ground up. The ideal floor plan that I am looking for would be +3bed / +2bath, 2 car garage, maximum natural lighting, +1800 sq/ft. I am still debating at this point whethe...
Bryan Hancock
Designing Around Restrictive Covenant Risk When Purchasing Land
We have a purchase contract for a lot in Austin that we're planning to build a duplex on. We recently received a title commitment and Schedule B shows an exception for some restrictive covenants from 1948. These wer...
Matthew Wright
Moving from New England to a Southern Market
My wife and I are strongly considering moving away to a warmer, more tax friendly and most importantly, more opportunity driven market. This is no small decision, considering we have two young children and I have est...
Steven J.
How do mobile homes get relocated?
Those of you with experience moving mobile homes I'd really love to hear from. I'll have a possible opportunity to pick up a few homes in a park that is closing down but will obviously have to be moved. What are some ...
Jonathan Satizabal
Purchasing properties with "illegal" units
Would you purchase a property in Chicago with a non-conforming or illegal unit? What are your exit strategies if an issue comes up? What are the insurance or legal risks? Would you purchase the property valuing it wit...