Liz Ridgway
Shifting from W2 career to Full Time RE
I recently left my career in hotel event planning and group sales because I decided that if I am going to be spending 60-80 hours/week working, I would rather put those efforts towards something that will yield better...
Ryan Dossey
Do you ever stop setting aside 35%?
I know the general rule of thumb is that you put aside 35% of your rental income for repairs/maintenance. Is there ever a point where you don't need to set it aside anymore? Common sense would tell me no because thing...
Rahul Challapalli
Buying land vs rental property
Below are the variables ( known to me) impacting the inflated housing prices now
1. Growing population = More demand
2. Low interest rates = more affordability
3. Stalled production due to pandemic = Low supply
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Aaron Hale
Out-of-state auction buy with big rehab. Hard way anyone?
Learning the hard way...I decided a while ago to get into real estate as an investment vehicle to better provide for my growing family. For over a year I’ve been studying and searching the listings. Being blind and ne...
Adam Sheren
Always start with why - but not always yours
They say you should always start with why; that what you do is not nearly as important as why you do it. The saying really plays to persistence and strong will - it reminds us to think deeply about why we do what we d...
Gilian Villatoro
Los Angeles: First property Bought, Rehabbed, Rented...Which path do I take next?
New to Forums, looking for some seasoned guidance on my journey.
About me:
Profession: Property Management/Dir. of OpsAnnual Income: $160k/yearCredit Score: 700+Savings earmarked for continued investment: $25k
Situ...
Jon Lafferty
newbie with a little cash - what to do
So I have a bit of a dilemma without even begining my great REI career. Just a bit about me:
I earn an above avg income
Owe 245k on my personal residence (married 3 kids). No other debt.
My long t...
D'vorah Nadel
Under-contract on 100% occupied Self storage, bank wont finance
I have been looking to add self storage to our rental portfolio for a while. I was able to go under contract on a 1 acre (plenty of room to add more) 25 unit mom and pop self storage facility. They are severely under ...
Adam Sheren
Always start with why. And not always yours
They say you should always start with why; that what you do is not nearly as important as why you do it. The saying really plays to persistence and strong will - it reminds us to think deeply about why we do what we d...
Danielle Felder
Should I Sell My Home and Rent???
I purchased a 4 bed, 4 bath 2100 sq. ft. home in Oct. 2017 ($298k...Allen, TX). Since then, I have had a couple life changes (grown daughter moved out and broke off my relationship). I am now paying $2300 (w/HOA) per ...