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All Forum Posts by: Kevin Moen

Kevin Moen has started 9 posts and replied 199 times.

Post: Notes

Kevin MoenPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Seattle, WA
  • Posts 215
  • Votes 77

That question is kind of like asking 'does it make sense to invest in real estate?' Not necessarily a clear answer. I would start with "What are your goals?". Have you defined them? What is your investment strategy or the WHY behind it? I have purchased non performing notes in the past. They can be great. I am now focusing on performing notes due to their ability to provide very low risk, no headache cash flow. I also sell performing notes. If you are interested in learning more or chatting, let me know. 

Kevin Moen

Post: Newbie investor in Eastern Washington

Kevin MoenPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Seattle, WA
  • Posts 215
  • Votes 77

@Garth Fritel, I echo the groups welcome. I am based in Seattle, own 10+ units in 4 states, and will replace my income with rents and note payments by the end of the 1st quarter of 2016. If you want to chat about investing in high cash flow markets, finding a local flip, etc. let me know. Kevin @ RootEnergyHomes.com. I am happy to help, and have been wanting a rental in Eastern WA for a while. Maybe we could do business. 

Post: Newbie investor in Eastern Washington

Kevin MoenPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Seattle, WA
  • Posts 215
  • Votes 77
Originally posted by @Eddie Starr:

Welcome to BP.

The very first thing I want to do is congratulate you on all the success that you have had, and wish you luck in future ventures.

Something I will warn you about is that even at REI clubs and such, be careful of anyone promoting "education," as well as "joint ventures." Anything that has to do with "education," is someone trying to scam you for money...maybe 90% of it. For example, if you look on Craigslist, you'll see a lot of posts for "earn while you learn," or similar. These are "gurus," who will try to get you on the hook for hundreds or thousands of dollars on their "education." Your best education is forums, like BP, and others.

Are you thinking of getting your real estate agent's license, as well? This isn't needed, and there are many arguments for and not to get it.

Have you decided where you'll go for houses, eg, FSBOs or REOs? Just curious.

 I just want to chime in, while there is a lot of truth to this post, and some "Gurus" are scammers, the statement "the best education you will get is forums..." is complete non sense. There is some great info on these forums, books, etc. However I have 2 paid "Guru" mentorships and they both have rocketed my achievements and growth in real estate. Not everyone is trying to scam you, and you can never plan for ALL the unknowns or learn a business through forums and books alone. 

Post: PacificNW Real Estate Meetup - Eastside Edition - Sept 4th

Kevin MoenPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Seattle, WA
  • Posts 215
  • Votes 77

Wish I could make it, have a wedding to attend. Thanks for the invite/tag @Julian Buick

Post: Are Collection licenses needed

Kevin MoenPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Seattle, WA
  • Posts 215
  • Votes 77

Neal, 

Are you working with a servicing company? They are the one's who hold all necessary licenses, and handle collections for my non performing notes. You certainly do not need a license to foreclose, and I would recommend working with a professional collections company if you are going to pursue that route. 

Kevin

Post: non performing notes

Kevin MoenPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Seattle, WA
  • Posts 215
  • Votes 77

John, 

If you let me know your buying criteria, or ideal asset/exit, I can help you out. Feel free to email me at [email protected]

Kevin

Post: Looking for private loan

Kevin MoenPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Seattle, WA
  • Posts 215
  • Votes 77

I am interested in loaning you the money if you can send more details about the property. I am a private lender and have colleagues in NC that can help me ensure I am meeting all rules and regulations. Please send a summary sheet, or deal info to [email protected], my spam filter is pretty picky, if you dont hear back from me within 24 hours, call or text 253 508 1705. 

I look forward to reviewing the deal. 

Kevin

Post: Opinions Please... Turn Key: Single vs Multi- Family, Turn Key??

Kevin MoenPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Seattle, WA
  • Posts 215
  • Votes 77

You can buy a $50,000 property that will cash flow $600/mo in the mid west. I can help if that is something that interests you. 

Kevin

Post: Notes vs real estate - which is better?

Kevin MoenPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Seattle, WA
  • Posts 215
  • Votes 77

I agree and second what Bob says. That being said, what are your goals and timeline? 

As a younger investor, I like a mix of notes and rentals. Notes are low risk and no tenants, toilets and trash, to piggyback Bob; however if you want passive income for greater than 30 years, good luck with notes. 

Thinking of income for 30+ years, I enjoy a mixed bag of both. Just be sure you stay on top of repairs and maintenance for your rental. But a business person, or person who can utilize organizational systems can overcome that hurdle rather quickly. 

Kevin

Post: WA State Hard Money Broker Referral Needed

Kevin MoenPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Seattle, WA
  • Posts 215
  • Votes 77

Thanks guys, I appreciate the help. @Andrew Sterling I will give a call today if time permits, or shoot an email over the weekend.