All Forum Posts by: Jeremy Tillotson
Jeremy Tillotson has started 46 posts and replied 1475 times.
Post: Lot flipper

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@Raed Quaderas in most things with RE it is something that can be done. I have done quite a few and percentage wise my best deals ever. But dollars wise its isn't the best, and what I do takes time and patience but 200% annualized returns are normal.
Post: Going for a burnt house!

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@Mary lou L.first 25k seems very low, as a contractor who does flips, I dont think I would pt that budget for us doing it, (IE no profit). First the truss towards the end looks charred and may need replaced. You will need a structural engineer to sign off on. Secondly around here one would have to bring ALL plumbing and electrical up to modern code, regardless of if it was damaged. Just my thoughts, but plan for 40-50k budget to be safe. I have done a few fire flips now.
Post: insurance claim on roof, can insurance company jack up premium?

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@Huy N.not only can they, you should expect it. We don't turn a claim in for anything under 10k as I figure we will pay for it in increased premiums anyways.
Post: Recently acquired duplex for $29k req some rehab-need advice

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@Jordan ThompsonI could look at and give some advice, I might be able to help you out in that regard. In terms of knowing the market and one on one communicating I always am willing to help others.
Thanks @Don Harris
Post: Investor Friendly Insurance Providers

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Post: How do you index your portfolio in your mind?

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@Huthaifa AfanahI track everything by unit, you should look at rent manager and see what they do, I prefer it, but still need quickbooks for everything else.
Post: Selling vs developing myself

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@Mitchell BensonI have always found a known deal where I make money now is one I can deal with, you can reinvest your money into something else for cashflow, just MHO.
Post: Gentrification/Appreciation focused market

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@Stephen Rochebuy on the fringes and make your numbers so you can cash flow well, then if it appreciates you will do well, once things are buzzing its a little late. Go a few blocks out to "those" areas that in 5 years will be good, thats what I try to do.
Post: Thoughts on real estate agents carrying firearms...

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@Account ClosedI agree with people saying if they see gun they think they are in wrong part of town. Depending what part of town I will be in I will choose one of several options for that day, but I always have one within reach, whether out with the family or doing business. I also practice frequently at the range.
Post: Thoughts on real estate agents carrying firearms...

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@Account ClosedI have a concealed weapons permit. Having it on your hip presents a new set of issues. I carry and people never know so they don't have to worry about being uncomfortable. I think most people who have studied this will agree carrying a gun brings a set of responsibility. You better practice and be prepared to use it or why have it. Just MHO.