It would be interesting to hear stories of what some of you did BEFORE discovering real estate;
Is your life dramatically different NOW? Will you or did you make it your goal to be a full-time investor? Does anyone re...

SUPER bummed. Maybe I went with the wrong brand?Rather than carpet, I went with 4mm luxury vinyl planks for 2 of my units. I figured they’ll last longer (cheaper over time), and they’re very durable (so I’m tenant p...

Is it just me or are about 25% of all real estate investors, also engineers? As an Engineer myself I could be biased but curious if anyone has insight. I know folks usually have professional background like IT, accoun...

Good day all,I am looking at putting together a list of ways that people have gone about forcing equity/value in their properties.  To start the ball rolling, I like adding a unit/income stream where there wasn't one ...

Stephen Covey, famed author of "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People," claimed an important habit in achieving success was to "Begin With the End In Mind." This habit in real estate is critical to success of a ven...

I worked in the automotive repair industry for over 15 years where my image was not of major relevance. Employees wore coveralls and had no personal dealings with the public. You don't need to look like a rockstar to ...

I am going to be orchestrating the construction and development of my first commercial building this year. I have the vision, the land, the money, a trusted attorney/engineer, the right zoning and acreage. I do not ha...

Shock, Anger, Denial, Depression, and Acceptance…These are the 5 stages people go through during a traumatic event.About 2 years ago, I had my traumatic event when a family member’s health took a serious turn for the ...

I want to put a clause in my lease concerning the charging of electric vehicles at my properties which are at present a number of single family homes in Maryland and Florida.  I have put together the following draft a...