All Forum Posts by: Colby Fogg

@Kenneth McKeown Thanks for the response! I do agree with you, anything an inexperienced individual like myself can find on Zillow is probably still on market for a reason. I'm definitely interested in flipping houses in the future and right now it just seemed like the most "exciting" way to get into real estate. However, I would also love to find a multifamily that I could move into or a house that I could hack as I'm currently still renting. I like the idea of buying something that needs a little work, living in it/fixing it up for a couple years , and depending on the future market, selling it or renting both sides out when I move. What are your thoughts on the renting market in the DFW?

Hi BP,

I'm completely new to the world of real estate investing and I'm looking for my first deal. I've spent the last couple months listening to Bigger Pockets, getting to know my local market (Dallas), and researching financing deals and other processes. I plan to use hard money and private lending to fund a flip. Is anyone willing to give me some general advice. I've been analyzing Zillow listings incessantly for past month but I'm trying to find a way to expedite the process. Should I absolutely be talking to a real estate agent even when looking for value add properties? I feel like I could ramble on for a while but maybe someone can provide with my next (really first) actionable step. Anything specific to DFW would be great.

Thanks,

Colby