All Forum Posts by: Brittany Kuschel

@Craig Hansen

Welcome to BP!  Please feel free to reach out to me DM if you are interested in connecting!  I love most things real estate and always welcome the opportunity to have a discussion about market trends and/or local investment strategies that you're thinking about.  I work with a large number of investors from all different approaches and would also be happy to recommend a great real estate attorney, local CPA and title company.

I too remember watching those Carleton Sheets infomercials as a kid and being struck by how attractive real estate investing sounded ; )  I'm a bit more risk averse than the no down payment approach but we can touch on those discussions as well if we get a chance to connect.

@Jean-Luc Lacosse I agree with @Matt Jennissen regarding great potential for long term growth. Many industry experts are predicting that cities like ours will experience population surges in the coming months and years as remote work opportunities continue to rise exponentially across the US. Just this quarter, I had 5 clients close on properties here in Duluth that I would classify as "relocation" clients who decided to move to the area because of job opportunities and/or remote work options. I have also had multiple new relocation clients reach out within the last month to start the shopping process because they are scheduling a move to the area or have already landed here thanks to new options provided by their employer to work over a VPN.

Shoot me a DM if you want to chat about some specific market trends that might help you narrow your search criteria or investment strategies. I am definitely biased, but I always love chatting about why Duluth is a great city for investors!

@Ryan Veil If you are open to working with a CPA remotely, I highly recommend James Hacking LTD here in Duluth, MN. He personally handles my small business, and works with a number of my investor clients and folks I am acquainted with in the industry.  I like that he is aggressive but also willing to explain his thought processes.

@Brittany Peters I would be happy to chat with you about my personal experience in the REI world...or getting my realtor's license in MN and what that has afforded me from a REI perspective. I respect your aspirations and would love a chance to connect. Feel free to DM me!

Hi @Corey Robert Leet, I have had great track records with the following when work needs to be done quickly as part of real estate transaction.  Best of luck!  I know a lot of these guys are swimming in business right now so it can be tough to get a call back.  Shoot me a DM and I can forward on their telephone numbers.

Carlson Brothers

Belknap Plumbing (in Superior); and

Young plumbing

@Justin Hall  I have an insurance agent here in Duluth who frequently works with landlords and is always willing to provide a quick quote with the affordable approach being front and center.  He is honest and frank about what makes sense and ways you can help keep costs low. Also, his support staff are rockstars!

His name is Dylan Merriman with Amercian Family.  Feel free to PM me and I'll send over his number.

@Joseph Hammel So sorry to hear that you have a non-performing tenant.  Sounds like they may be taking advantage of the situation.

It is my understanding that there is still a moratorium on evictions through June 12, 2020, which is when the statewide emergency order ends.  There are certain exceptions to this but most eviction and foreclosure proceedings remain on hold.  There is a FAQ on lawhelpmn.org that is geared towards tenants and their rights during the pandemic.  It may help you answer some additional questions.

@Keith Linne love the detail and candid approach!

@Shawn Norman How exciting!  I would recommend connecting with Jason Crawford of Bell Bank.  Also, I know that some folks acquiring larger investment properties in my area have had luck with the community banks including North Shore Mortgage and National Bank of Commerce.  If you are looking to take a more creative financing approach, please feel free to PM me.  I would be happy to share a few contacts with you that may be able to help.

I worked under a number of kick-butt real estate and transactional attorneys for a few years.  They are based out of Duluth but do great work at fair rates.  If you're interested in setting up a consultation (telephonic consultations have worked for my past clients), I highly recommend reaching out to Brent Malvick of the Hanft Fride law firm in Duluth, MN.