All Forum Posts by: Ghassan Jabali

Hello Francis,

Welcome to Bigger Pockets. That is great to hear that you're looking to start your real estate empire. When it comes to REIT Stocks or Wholesaling, it may depend on how active you may want to be trying to make deals for a wholesale versus obtaining and growing funds through REITs.

One thing I may recommend as you start your real estate journey, if you haven't done so already, is to learn about Trusts and LLCs. These tools could be helpful for you if you are concerned with anonymity and/or asset protection as you grow your empire.

Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. No attorney-client, fiduciary, or professional relationship is established through this communication.

Hello Owen,

Welcome to Bigger Pockets! Generally, there are many factors that are used by different people for what may be a good property to invest in. Each factor can have different weight to them, but usually location is the biggest one of where the property is located to other important or convenient places as well as any crime rates that may be applicable in that location. The condition of the property is also important which can lead to size, amenities like a pool, age of the property, whether or not there is an HOA, and if there are any issues with title or not.

Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. No attorney-client, fiduciary, or professional relationship is established through this communication.

Hello Sade,

Welcome to Bigger Pockets That is great to hear that you're looking to learn and grow before you fully dive into your Real Estate endeavors.

One thing I may recommend as you start your real estate journey, if you haven't done so already, is to learn about Trusts and LLCs. These tools could be helpful for you if you are concerned with anonymity and/or asset protection and a good way to see what business options you have when it comes to structuring. I would recommend looking at youtube channels for Anderson Business Advisors and Toby Mathis.

Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. No attorney-client, fiduciary, or professional relationship is established through this communication.

Hello Caleb,

Welcome to Bigger Pockets! That is great to hear that you're looking to learn more about real estate and get into property management, especially at a young age. I hope you're able to make lots of connections and find a mentor in your local area.

One thing I may recommend as you start your real estate journey, if you haven't done so already, is to learn about Trusts and LLCs. These tools could be helpful for you as you manage things for third parties and your own properties, especially with those concerned with anonymity and/or asset protection.

Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. No attorney-client, fiduciary, or professional relationship is established through this communication.

Quote from @Manuel Castellanos:

@Ghassan Jabali thank you for your advice. I will look into it. Any suggestion on where to start? 

Hello Manuel,
You're very welcome! I'd definitely recommend looking at youtube videos about LLCs and Trusts, especially with Anderson Business Advisors and Toby Mathis youtube channels. There is a great amount of information that you can start learning from.

Hello James,

I agree. A lot of people don't know what they don't know, especially for rights and options when it comes to remedies that parties can ask through the courts, which include occupancy and even other legal costs or damages, regardless if its tenants or squatters. Every state is different, but definitely something to consider.

Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. No attorney-client, fiduciary, or professional relationship is established through this communication.

Hello Manuel,

Welcome to Bigger Pockets! I hope you're able to make lots of connections and learn a great deal about real estate, both in the Bay Area and nationwide as you focus on flipping properties.

One thing I may recommend, if you haven't done so already, is to learn about Trusts and LLCs as you begin your real estate investment journey, for any flipping properties you plan on selling right away or those you may consider potentially holding. These tools could be helpful for you if you are concerned with anonymity, tax mitigation, and/or asset protection as you grow your portfolio.

Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. No attorney-client, fiduciary, or professional relationship is established through this communication.

Hello Jacqueline,

That is great to hear that you're so motivated and eager to grow. I hope you're able to make lots of connections and find a mentor or partner.

One thing I may recommend as you start your real estate journey, if you haven't done so already, is to learn about Trusts and LLCs. These tools could be helpful for you if you are concerned with anonymity and/or asset protection as you grow your portfolio and eventually even set yourself up for a Nonprofit that could give back to your community.

Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. No attorney-client, fiduciary, or professional relationship is established through this communication.

Hello Dan,

That is great to hear that you're looking to build with long term strategies in mind. I hope you're able to make lots of connections and find a mentor in your local area.

One thing I may recommend as you start your real estate journey, if you haven't done so already, is to learn about Trusts and LLCs. These tools could be helpful for you if you are concerned with anonymity and/or asset protection as you grow your portfolio to replace your wife's income.

Note: This information is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. No attorney-client, fiduciary, or professional relationship is established through this communication.

Hello Jesse,

Welcome to Bigger Pockets! I hope you're able to make lots of connections and continue to utilize your 25 years of experience here.