All Forum Posts by: Alleia James
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Post: Chicago REIA... does anyone attend their meetings?

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- Chicago, IL
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@Nino Alfano Hi Nino! Can you provide a link? How can I sign up or receive more information about the meeting?
Warmly,
AJ
Post: Looking for a Chicago Team!

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- Chicago, IL
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@Aja Devaney Hi Aja!
I have the same vision - build generational wealth and revitalize underserved communities. I sent you a message.
Warmly,
AJ
Post: Looking for network in Chicago, Denver, Tucson Areas

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- Chicago, IL
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@Geri Filipov Hi Geri!
Let's connect. I am searching for properties in the SW side of Chicago and south suburbs.
Warmly,
AJ
Post: Looking for network in Chicago, Denver, Tucson Areas

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- Chicago, IL
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@QuoVadis Gates That is fantastic - very inspiring. My goal is to house hack a 3 or 4 unit building. Financing options: FHA loan or Home Possible. I sent you a message to connect.
Warmly,
AJ
Post: Looking for network in Chicago, Denver, Tucson Areas

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- Chicago, IL
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@QuoVadis Gates Hi QuoVadis!
I am new to REI. What type of property do you invest in?
Post: Fannie Mae vs FHA Loan

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- Chicago, IL
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I have the exact same question! I've heard some people mention the Home Possible Loan as an alternative option.
Post: Anyone acting as their own General Contractor?

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- Chicago, IL
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@Michael Kevorkian Hi Michael!
I am new to investing; thus, I have a few questions. How do I know if a contractor is cutting corners? I don't specialize in construction or maintenance.
If I don't want to hire a PM, do you have any negotiation tips or stories that helped you reduce the total cost?
What type of insurance should the GC obtain?
Warmly,
AJ
Post: 2 yr. College Investment or Jump into Real Estate?

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- Chicago, IL
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@Joseph Cacciapaglia Hi Joseph!
I recently obtained my B.S in Finance. Do you recommend I get my leasing license or simply take real estate classes at a community college?
Warmly,
AJ
Post: Any concerns with paying cash "naow", before securing financing?

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- Chicago, IL
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@Harjeet Bhatti Hi Harjeet!
Can you explain how investors refinance to obtain more property? I'm assuming they have to put 20% down and that starts to add up very quickly.
Warmly,
AJ
Post: SW Chicago suburbs/NW Indiana

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- Chicago, IL
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@Crystal Smith Hi Crystal!
I am looking for 3-4 multifamily property on the Southside of Chicago and south suburbs. I would owner occupy one of the units. What do you recommend? Should I look at different areas?
Warmly,
AJ