All Forum Posts by: John Mathewson
John Mathewson has started 25 posts and replied 710 times.
Post: Need a good drywall & sheet rock person

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I've got a few but they probably won't make it all the way out to PA.
Post: What is your goal in real estate investing?

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- Hobart, IN
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Freedom. In every avenue of life not just money.
Post: Which first LLC or Refi?

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- Hobart, IN
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Depends on who you are refinancing with. Most would say to refinance first then transfer into LLC although technically they could call the loan if you do that but they have also recommended it.
Post: Any good books you recommend

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- Hobart, IN
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I love Grant Cardone. His books audios are super motivating and really push me forward. Aside from that EMyth for real estate investors what a really good read if you haven't read it yet.
Post: Hard Money Lending Costs

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- Hobart, IN
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Welcome to the pros and cons of using hard money.
Post: Business Liability Insurance for Flipping LLC

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- Hobart, IN
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This is a tough one. Not many insurance companies want to insure you when your company isn't actually doing the work. (I'm assuming your subbing out and using GC's) You will have to find an insurance broker that really understands what you're doing. We carry insurance on the properties and use GC's that have their own insurance and list us as additional insured.
I know that isn't much help but let me know if you have any more questions.
Post: New Real Estate Agent Question!

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- Hobart, IN
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Brand yourself that is the first step you have to take as a real estate agent, make sure your sphere knows your brand.
Post: Is a wholesaling mentor necessary?

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I think everyone should have a lot of mentors but I don't think they have to be in person or that you have to pay a ton of money to. This website, books, podcasts, videos all have been my mentors.
Post: Jobs that help you in becoming a real estate investor?

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- Hobart, IN
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You mentioned it, I would recommend being a real estate agent. Very few things get you networked like being a real estate agent.
Post: New to Bigger Pockets!

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- Hobart, IN
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Welcome to the site! There is a ton of awesome information on here as well as great connections. Right now the midwest has some awesome prices and values are rising.