All Forum Posts by: Linval T.
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Post: Real Estate Investor

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- Bay Shore, NY
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Welcome aboard the vibrant BP community. You already have some experience and with additional effort, will quickly climb the REI ladder to its pinnacle.
To be more successful, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit. Below are some quick links to get engaged on this site.
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts
- How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rules
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/terms
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/invites
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/perks
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categories
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rei/glossary/
REI books suggested by BPers
Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.
Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars
Lastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.
Post: Turnkey Real Estate!

- Investor
- Bay Shore, NY
- Posts 1,350
- Votes 688
Welcome aboard the vibrant BP community. You already have some experience and with additional effort, will quickly climb the REI ladder to its pinnacle.
To be more successful, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit. Below are some quick links to get engaged on this site.
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts
- How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rules
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/terms
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/invites
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/perks
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categories
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rei/glossary/
REI books suggested by BPers
Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.
Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars
Lastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.
Post: Winter Flipping

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- Bay Shore, NY
- Posts 1,350
- Votes 688
@Nicole Benischek I agree with @Ellie Hanson and @Steve S.
I added the below links for your review while waiting to get your flips started.
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/07/flipping-houses/ (ultimate step by step guide to flips)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/05/18/how-to-flip-houses-3/ (5 steps to flipping)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2010/4/28/the-8-rules-for-flipping-in-2010/ (The 8 rules for flipping - J. Scott)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/03/21/flipping-houses-101-j-scott/ (Flipping houses 101 with J. Scott)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/07/09/bp-podcast-130-ten-smart-tips-for-making-1m-flipping-houses-with-will-barnard/ (Smart tips for flips)
Post: New member from Greenville, SC

- Investor
- Bay Shore, NY
- Posts 1,350
- Votes 688
Welcome aboard the vibrant BP community. You already have some experience and with additional effort, will quickly climb the REI ladder to its pinnacle.
To be more successful, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit. Below are some quick links to get engaged on this site.
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts
- How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rules
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/terms
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/invites
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/perks
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categories
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rei/glossary/
REI books suggested by BPers
Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.
Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars
Lastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.
Post: Asset Protection Plan

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- Bay Shore, NY
- Posts 1,350
- Votes 688
You have some good questions and concerns. I recommend you listen to the below podcast 109 to help put you mind at ease.
This podcast cleared up a lot for me and I am sure it will do likewise for you.
BP Podcast 109: You Will Get Sued. Here's How To Survive With Attorney Scott Smith
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/02/12/bp-podcast-109/ In This Episode We Cover:- Forming an LLC right off the bat
- The ins and outs of Insurance vs. Assets
- Ten things you need to know to protect your assets
- What exactly an Umbrella Policy is and why it might not do what you think it will
- Why you shouldn’t put all your properties under one name
- What you should know about the Delaware Statutory Trust
- Scott’s advanced strategies for real estate investors
- Everything you need to know about LLCs vs. Trust Funds
- Who you need as part of your team when investing
- And SO much more.
Post: It can only get better from here forward....

- Investor
- Bay Shore, NY
- Posts 1,350
- Votes 688
Welcome aboard the vibrant BP community. You already have some experience and with additional effort, will quickly climb the REI ladder to its pinnacle.
To be more successful, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit. Below are some quick links to get engaged on this site.
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts
- How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rules
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/terms
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/invites
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/perks
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categories
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rei/glossary/
REI books suggested by BPers
Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.
Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars
Lastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.
Post: New Member From New York

- Investor
- Bay Shore, NY
- Posts 1,350
- Votes 688
Welcome to the vibrant BP community. Ok, now that you have taken your initial step, below are some quick links to get engaged.
Since you didn't mention a specific REI area of interest I added the below links from three of the most popular niches, from which you can select one to focus on and add others later as needed.
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling)
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/07/flipping-houses/ (step by step guide to flips)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts
- How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rules
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/terms
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/invites
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/perks
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categories
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rei/glossary/
https://www.biggerpockets.com/courses/a-beginners-introduction-to-real-estate-investing (video courses)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)
REI can be very daunting, but, before you go searching for that 1st buy, please take a few minutes to bone up on the tips in link below.
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/
REI books suggested by BPers
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REI)
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?utm_source=search&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=books (books recommended by BPers)
Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.
Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars
Lastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational and thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.
Post: New Member looking for guidance and networking

- Investor
- Bay Shore, NY
- Posts 1,350
- Votes 688
Welcome to the vibrant BP community. Your time here will be well spent.
Since you didn't mention a specific REI area of interest, I added three of the most popular niches from which you can select one to focus on immediately and add others later iif needed.
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling)
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/07/flipping-houses/ (step by step guide to flips)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)
Now that you have made the move, below are some links that will help with the navigation of the site.
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts
- How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rules
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/terms
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/invites
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/perks
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categories
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rei/glossary/
https://www.biggerpockets.com/courses/a-beginners-introduction-to-real-estate-investing (video courses)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)
Before your 1st purchase, please ensure you visit the below link for some tips.
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/
REI books suggested by BPers
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REIs)
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?utm_source=search&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=books (books recommended by BPers)
Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.
Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars
Lastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational, thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.
Post: New Member from Florida

- Investor
- Bay Shore, NY
- Posts 1,350
- Votes 688
Welcome to the vibrant BP community. Your time here will be well spent.
Since you are focused on buy and hold with a preference for multifamily units and SFH, I added the below links so that you can hit the ground running upon review.
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/05/26/real-estate-financing/ (RE financing)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/03/27/financing-options-rental-property-guide/ (financing options for rentals)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/03/06/bp-podcast-060-serge-shukhat/ (0-68 rentals in 4 years)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/08/02/passive-real-estate-investing/ (slowly building wealth through passive investing)
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/01/04/how-to-rent-your-house/ (house rental guide)
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/03/13/investing-multifamily-ben-leybovich/ (How to succeed in multifamily investing)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/09/how-to-buy-a-small-multifamily-property/ (How to buy a smail multifamily property)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/16/how-to-choose-areas-multifamily-deals/ (Choosing multi-family deals)
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/07/19/how-to-buy-a-duplex/ (guide to buying a duplex)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/12/12/bp-podcast-048-duplex-managing-tenants-darren-sager/ (Duplex investing)
Now that you have made the move, below are some links that will help with the navigation of the site.
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/starthere
- http://www.biggerpockets.com/meet
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/alerts
- How to Use @Mentions on BiggerPockets
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rules
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/terms
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/invites
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/perks
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/categories
- https://www.biggerpockets.com/rei/glossary/
https://www.biggerpockets.com/courses/a-beginners-introduction-to-real-estate-investing (video courses)
https://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing (Ultimate beginner's guide to REI)
Before your 1st purchase, please ensure you visit the below link for some tips.
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/19/real-estate-investing-success-smart-tips/
REI books suggested by BPers
https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/11/13/7-real-estate-books-beginner-investors/ (7 absolute must read books for beginner REIs)
http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/04/14/best-real-estate-books/?utm_source=search&utm_medium=internal&utm_campaign=books (books recommended by BPers)
Simply, bone up on the areas that you need to expand knowledge in such as, Forums, Marketplace, Learn, Network, Analyze and Resources.
Feast on the Podcasts, #askbp Podcasts, blogs and webinars
Lastly, this site thrives on interactions and as such we encourage two way exchanges and look forward to educational, thought provoking ideas relevant to REI.
Post: Blue Collar or White Collar Landlord, Advice or Discussion

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- Bay Shore, NY
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Originally posted by @Don Coumbs:
@Darren Budahn Thanks for the response. That is exactly what I am thinking.
I'm not too proud to be a full time handyman. On the other hand, I wouldn't be heartbroken to let someone else unclog the drains.
Here is another wrinkle: I am at 9 Mortgages now. If I add many more places, I am going to have to do some commercial or creative financing. Am I justified in adding that risk when I have enough to support myself?
Does that kind of question enter into your thinking?
Actually, you will need to assess your financial situation to determine if your current holdings are sufficient or expansion of portfolio is warranted.
I recently listened to podcast 151 and they talked about determining your freedom number, which is what you are referencing.
https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/12/topics/257738-freedom-number (Freedom number + listen to podcast 151)