What were some of your guy's starting points before getting into Commercial Real estate management? Any reading material, tips, warnings, strategies etc. All inputs are appreciated, thanks a bunch.
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Hello guys! I'm working on increasing the efficiency of my company's materials processing and am looking for ideas. How are you guys managing materials processing? What issues have you experienced in the past and how ...
Hey guys, I recently was introduced to the world of real estate investing, and am just wondering what helped you guys get started. I still have trouble realizing what deals are good ones, and what rules to use when lo...
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Are there any landlords out there with a good running list of tenant proof materials, products, tips, etc. they try incorporating into all their rentals?
A common one is vinyl plank flooring since it's waterproof, c...
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Question: Is it best to classify these expenses as education or consultation in order to avoid later IRS scrutiny?On the advice of this site I joined my local REIA. Unfortunately I didn't heed all the warnings. Went t...
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We are hoping to close our first deal this week! That being said, we want to fix and flip and are hoping to get some advice on where to buy building materials. Obviously we have access to Home Depot and Lowe’s, but ju...
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Quick question for everyone. My contractor gave me labor quotes, and I am purchasing the material list for work to be completed. The painter has added items such as graco pump armor and gracO spray tips (for his paint...
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Hello everyone, I thought I'd make a quick post for some of the newer investors here in the Greater Seattle and Tacoma areas who need to find affordable solutions to sourcing materials and finishes. Since rates are cr...
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My partners and I have about $500k to deploy on an investment. I have extensive real estate experience but that amount of money cannot do much in my area. To be frank I am not interested in using this to invest in rea...
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Hey Gang.
I learned a neat trick for finding free educational materials online.
Sometimes people buy educational materials and then scan them and save them online as a pdf document.
Oth...