The Dwindling Supply of Cheap Houses in Nashville, TN
Wednesday, January 28
According to Realtracs MLS listing service, there are 2,885 total listings for sale in Nashville, TN, within Davidson County’s borders. I got that number from Red Panda Properties, and I was informed that 616 of those listings are pending. The pending houses already have buyers lined up who have ...
One Deal Lost, Negotiating For $5,000
Monday, January 26
A little over a year ago I came across a small vacant house for sale in Nashville, TN near one of my target investment areas. I spoke with the owner over the phone about some of the facts of the house and got as much information as I could. He was a friendly guy with a southern accent, what many ...
How I Bought a Craigslist FSBO
Saturday, January 24
In August, 2014, I purchased an investment house in Nashville, TN that I found advertised on Craigslist. It was a rented single family house for sale by owner, due to a relocation out of state. I responded to the ad by email and requested the address of the property since it wasn’t stated. The ad...
The Best First Investment
Friday, January 23
Many aspiring real estate investors want to have a plan for how to succeed and build a strong portfolio. They want to build wealth and have heard stories about other investors making lots of money through flips or rentals. But what is the best first step? There can be so many “voices of wisdom” a...
The Five Components of a Beautiful Street
Wednesday, January 21
Have you ever turned onto a street for the first time and felt a magical quality that appeals to your senses? You look to the left and right and think, “Wow, this is nice.” Why are some streets charming and memorable, while others are bland and forgettable? What characteristics create an aestheti...
Why I Invest Near the City Center
Monday, January 19
I received a phone call a few weeks ago from a wholesaler who had "the deal of the century." She talked about how it was a can't miss opportunity because the house only needed a few updates to be an easy flip. She had my full attention. As she was beginning to embark on a rapid-fire detailed list...