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Ruth Blue
  • Realtor
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
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Successful Smoky Mountain Purchase & Refinance!

Ruth Blue
  • Realtor
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
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Investment Info:

Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Pigeon Forge.

Purchase price: $173,000
Cash invested: $40,000

Contributors:
Rhonda Blue

Adorable One bedroom Cabin just on the Pigeon Forge River. This was my first cabin investment and I was super excited to practice the BRRRR that I have seen my mom @Rhonda Blue do. WE bought it low & had the made many big changes, as well as a newly built deck. I am so glad this investment was made as we had a successful Cash-Out Refinance as well to keep the investment funds rolling.

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

We live in East TN & I'm always looking to grow my Portfolio! Now we spend some time looking at Mountains Cabins/Chalets & other EAST TN spots for cash-flowing Multi-family LT, Single Family LT & flips!

How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

We found this deal within 24 hours & quickly made a connection with the Seller as well as an offer within the first hour.

How did you finance this deal?

20% Down Investment finance!

How did you add value to the deal?

We added a Full-size oven, additional electric work + lights & a full-size Washer/Dryer! We also upgraded to a King Bed for guests! We had a new Deck built in 2021 as well.

What was the outcome?

The outcome was spectacular! Easy cash-out refinance after 2 years & the cabin will continue to make good money.

Lessons learned? Challenges?

I think the biggest lesson was being prepared to jump when the right property came up & not being scared of flood insurance.
There is no point in being scared, you run your numbers & you can determine if it will work for you!

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I am a licensed Relator & I worked with Debbie Hill with MIG.

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