All Forum Posts by: Monica Williams

Hi @Jazmin Mendoza, welcome to the world of REI! BiggerPockets is a great place to connect with people. I'm an agent that works with investors in the Greater Phila area, I'd love to connect!

Nice! Can't wait to see what your investor does with it!

We are a little over a week into the new year and by now the holiday craze has died down, everything is back to normal, and people are now able to sit down and really focus on those their new year resolutions and goals. New and seasoned investors, what are your REI goals for the year?

Are you looking to acquire more rental properties, explore new markets, or try your hand at flipping? Maybe you're focused on increasing cash flow, optimizing your property management strategies, or reaching a specific milestone. Share your goals, big or small.

Hi @Erich Snyder

Congrats on closing your first rental property! Exploring creative financing options is a good move, especially with the goal of transitioning to full-time investors in the next 5-10 years. Consider strategies like seller financing, private lending, or partnerships to leverage your resources effectively. Networking with experienced investors in your area and attending local real estate events can help build your team and resources. I'm an investment real estate agent in the Greater Phila area, feel free to connect with any questions! Best of luck on your journey!

Hi @David Antonacci welcome to BiggerPockets! This is a really great place to ask questions and learn about real estate investment. I'm an agent in the Philly region that specializes in investment properties. If you have any questions, feel free to connect!

Hi @Clyde Maynard I'm an agent that works exclusively with investors in the Philly region, if you every have any questions about investing, feel free to connect!

Hi @Cathy Waslenko Anderson like everyone has been saying most people are steering away from carpet. It requires a lot more upkeep and even though it might be the cheaper route, cleaning and/or replacing after every tenant will add up. I'm an agent that works with investors and I tell all of them to go with vinyl flooring or hardwoods. Good luck with your renovation!

Hi @Leighton Phillips Meetup.com is a great place to look for meetups. There is a tab in the forums just for meetups/networking events. You can also search Facebook for various groups and events. 

I'm an agent in the Philly area, so feel free to connect if you have any questions!

Hi @Aja Nelson those areas in Delaware county are great places to invest, but you need to make sure you are ready to jump when the right deal comes along. Most properties over there get snatched up really quick since they are in good school districts with low purchase prices and you don't need to do super nice finishes to get top of the market rent or ARV. If you are looking in that area I would suggest finding people that have off-market deals if you don't have those connections already. If you want to talk more about these areas, feel free to connect!

What resource(s) did you find helpful/beneficial when you were just starting out in the world of real estate investment? Whether it's a book that changed the way you approach deals, a podcast that introduced you to innovative strategies, a course that improved your skills, or any other resource that left a lasting impression, share your recommendations and let us know what specifically you found valuable about them.