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Hi bigger pockets, I have 10 plus years of experience as a licensed plumber and have close relations to various trades which helps me greatly as I invest! I am a buy and hold inventor. My market is in the greater Bost...
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(Hopefully) Soon many of us "newbies" will be making their first moves in the REI world. It's quite a daunting idea that seems to overwhelm a lot of first time buyers for various reason. One reason that I have recentl...
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The topic of “I can’t get the numbers to work” seems to be an almost daily discussion on here. Some will argue if you manage better, then the sky is the limit. Management absolutely matters, but you would be delusiona...
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Where can I find private money for a well known R.E. Investor Franchise (Homevestors) the loan can be secured by the franchise, they will allow an transfer for a fee.
I came across this post in response to the question, "What is the worst advice you've received?"
Originally posted by @Justin B.:
"Make a lot of low offers and one will eventually be taken." Well yea, but ...
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So I'm currently in the process of purchasing my first deal! A fourplex here in San Antonio for $108K (Owner wants of the rental game). My intentions are to perform the Brrr strategy so I will also be borrowing an add...
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Dear Agents - I'm looking for a real estate agent and I've spoken to three of you. I've spent a ton of time communicating my very specific intent and requirements in a property as an investor and each of you have sim...
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Ok, so here is it. First I want to say that I love this web site.. Second "My situation" My wife and I got married about 5 years ago and neither of us were very finitely savvy so after we go married we bought a house...
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I have been doing lots of research on this site, and i have seen many people recommend going to your local REI club. So you can connect with other investors, so i contacted my local club which is BREIA. They offer a m...
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Hey all,I'm looking to enter the RE market with a few rental properties, ideally in the Chicago suburbs. I'll have the option to invest anywhere from $50,000 - $100,000 in down payments. I'm targeting rent-ready singl...