All Forum Posts by: Kim Phillips

@Jack Bobeck

Thank you so much, Jack. This was truly helpful. It was wonderful to get another perspective of working with investors. Your input is noted and will be utilized going forward.

Much appreciated,

Kim Phillips

@Frank Wong

These are great points. Thank you so much, Frank.

@Matt Lefebvre

Your input is greatly appreciated, Matt. It is great to know that it can be done, from someone actually doing it. Your information will go a long way in helping me to overcome objection. Thank you!!!!!

@Cynthia DeLuca

Thank you so much, Cynthia. I never thought about it the way you put it. It does make sense that investors will want an realtor that invests themselves. 

@John Thedford

I understand ROI, cap rates, NOI and how to calculate & what they mean. But no, I have not yet put this knowledge into actual practice nor done any deals myself. I will brush up on these calculations so I can do them upside down, sideways, and any which way. Thank you so much for your input, John.

@Joe Norman

Your points make sense, are duly noted and greatly appreciated, Joe.

@Steve Hall Ok. Thanks, Steve. I'm working on it!

Hello everyone,

I am an aspiring real estate investor specifically looking to rehab/flip or rent. Since I am new to real estate, I acquired my Florida Real Estate Salespersons License in order to earn while I learn.

I have seen many posts suggesting finding an “investor savvy realtor” and stating that there is a difference between realtors who service the general public and those who service investors. So, I ask, what is the difference? Specifically, what are investors looking for in choosing a real estate agent? I would like market towards investors so all input is greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

Kim Phillips

I am interested.

Thanks @Odie Ayaga, I will!

Thank you @Odie Ayaga. Yes, I understand. I am currently reading up on wholesaling and that question is in my mind. I also need to further look into the legality of wholesaling in NJ. In any case, I still have a lot of the same info to learn whether I wholesale or flip so that is where I am starting. I have ordered J Scotts book on estimating rehab costs. This is an area I really need help in.

@Brett Snodgrass Thanks for the encouragement. I will start with those two reads.

@Account Closed Unfortunately, I am very limited right now, so I think wholesaling may be the way for me to start. I will absolutely start with the books Brett recommended.

Hello Bigger Pockets Forum!

My name is Kim and I am a newbie from Bayonne, NJ.

Although I have taken a few classes over the years, my real estate experience is zilch. However, I am a quick study & a hard worker. This is the perfect time for me to start pursuing those elusive dreams.

I am looking to flip houses. I love the thought of restoring a neglected home to it's former glory or to a new & improved version. However, I have recently read about wholesaling, which might be a better fit for me starting out. I am going to research that a bit more.

I'm so excited to be here and to start this new chapter in my life!