All Forum Posts by: Doug Merriott

There is also Layman's on 19, they only do used material.

http://m.yp.com/clearwater-fl/mip/laymans-used-merchandise-4722086

I think we may have found a topic for an upcoming BP Meetup!

There is ProBuild on 19, they frequently have what appears to be discount doors and windows outside.

http://www.probuild.com

I want to find out about this wholesaler too.

it is always a long shot but the Habit for Humanity Restore on Ulmerton and 66th has a lot of bargains. Excess stock from homebuilders, big box stores and generous homeowners.

http://www.habitatpinellas.org/restore/about_the_restore/

hey Amelia,

I have been listening to the podcasts while I work for the past couple of weeks. One you may find to be interesting is:

http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/12/26/bp-podcast-050-getting-started-setting-partnerships-flipping-mike-simmons/

Definitely read the Ultimate Beginners Guide

http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/19/ultimate-beginners-guide-to-real-estate-investing/

Our library system has most of the books on Brandon Turner's list as well.

Hi Ed,

Welcome to Bigger Pockets. There is a wealth of information here and the podcasts are topnotch.

I am also just over McMullen Booth off 590 in Clearwater. I look forward to seeing you at the BP Meetup. Here is the link.

http://www.meetup.com/Tampa-Bay-Bigger-Pockets-REIA-Meetup

most will let you try a meeting or be someone's guest.

Hi Ameilia,

Welcome to Bigger Pockets.

My wife and I have our first rental property in St Petersburg and we live in Clearwater. We would love to have coffee and get to know you. Already we seem to share some interests. I will send you a colleague request.

Have you attended any REIA meetings?

Doug

Jason, talk to GTE credit union, I have one mortgage with them and they are dying to write loans. Also check out some of the smaller banks in Tampa, Mid-Florida Bank comes to mind. I worked with Bay to Bay Lending on my last primary residence mortgage, the team is awesome, plus I think they are doing some direct lending now.

Late December is my favorite time of year because I just love New Year's Resolutions. I always make personal, family, health and business resolutions, and keep 80-90%.

I will save up enough cash for a BP Pro Membership.

I will gain possession of one property before April.

I will buy a multifamily property before the end of the year.

I will pass the Real Estate Sales Associate exam.

I will close two deals a month as a RE Associate.

BP will continue to be a major source of inspiration to me. I have never felt more well informed prior to reading here. I will continue to study the forums and listen to the podcasts to expand my knowledge base.

Hi Joel,

I like GTE credit union, I have a mortgage through them. I just spent about an hour on the phone with their commercial department last week and it was all very good. Solid rates, no prepayment penalty, flexible amortization schedule. I am still learning the private lender market.

Doug