All Forum Posts by: Rich Kniss

@Jake Langley, I haven't personally used them, but Bridge Equity is highly recommended by others. Nathan Brooks from BP is the owner. He's done a few podcasts. I like their philosophy and approach.

@Taylor Brooks, Julie Anderson at Anderson & Associates has been recommended for real estate.  I met her at a MAREI meeting, although I'm not sure if she does the business side of things.

Rick Davis Legal's (in Overland Park) website seems to address the business side, but I do not know him in any way. I found his company in my search for attorney.

I hope that helps.

Rich

@NaDean Bowles, try: for a lot of detailed information about a property. Also try

Happy hunting!

Alpha Title and Accurate Title are typically recommended by KC investors.

@Steven Bishop, Welcome to BP!

@Chagdrick Berger, I forgot to mention to read The Real Estate Wholesaling Bible by Than Merrill, if you haven't already. I found it quite informative.

@Chagdrick Berger, try the MAREI event on the second Tuesday evening of each month. They meet in Overland Park.  There's also a group called Winvestors that meets in the mornings, in Shawnee, I believe.

Welcome to BP and let me know how I can help.

@Miles Clark, typically you see steel framed structures in commercial properties. Based on it being a duplex it sounds like you are talking about light gauge steel framing. One advantage is the walls are typically straighter than with wood 2x4's.  I'd be perfectly fine with this type of construction, as it is considered non-combustible, and might even save you a little on your insurance. In short, it is better, provided you are not paying too much of a premium.

I'd be happy to assist you or your friend with any questions or share what I know about the KC area. I've been in the KC architectural/construction community for 31 years for my day job and work with a number of multi-family developers. Let me know what you might need and I'll see if I can help.

Rich

@Matt Pritchard, nice renovation, staging and photos!

This has been presented as a concept for several projects at my day job. @Cody L. is correct in that it doesn't save you any money, limits your design and some cities are not fond of it. You might consider a prefabricated home that is stackable. Look at Kasita.com for inspriration.  The project link below is another example of prefab construction in Kansas City that seems to be getting traction with developers.

http://www.residentialarchitect.com/project-galler...

Best of luck on this.