All Forum Posts by: Shevaughn Rawlins

Tom- thanks for clarifying the information about renting during the redemption period. Great point about the structural vs non structural repairs. What I find interesting is that I can fix structural problems but I can't paint or replace flooring(if needed) in order for the property to be in livable condition. Also, I didn't realize that ownership begin from initial day of suit vs date of auction. From what I have read, I am not allowed to go inside of the property. Is that true? Can I get the property inspected before auction?Thanks again for the valuable information.

Hello Bigger Pocket Family- I am in the market to purchase my first tax lien property. After receiving rights to the property, I plan on finding a renter. My first question for everyone is- Can I rent the property out during the redemption period?

If the answer is yes, can I rent the property out to a tenant receiving section 8 housing?

I would like to thank everyone who responds in advance!!! Also, I'm open to any additional information or recommendations. This will be my first purchase and I want to make sure that I take everything into account to prevent this investment from being an epic fail!!!

Joe- initially I'm going to rehab and flip and then transition into buy and lease with option of buying.

Meheran- thanks for the warm welcome! I am glad to be a part of a great organization:)

I want to thank all you that replied to my introduction post!!

Mr. Timmons- thank you for all your feedback!! Great advice on attending local real estate meetings. I have actually downloaded and read most of the "free ultimate guide". I will definitely check out the latest BP book listed at the bottom of your post. In terms of the student housing option, can you clarify what you wrote, I didn't understand what you meant about not having to own a property in order to control it. Thanks again!!

Karen- I downloaded a picture earlier this afternoon so hopefully it's a attached to my profile. Thanks for the advice.

Antonio- thanks for the warm welcome!!

As I previously stated in my first introduction, I am currently in the "learning" phase of the real estate business. My current interest is "flipping". Thus far, I have been listening to podcasts that are relevant to my area interest. I have also recently purchased two books from the Biggerpockets website and have networked with two individuals(investor and relator) who have both vast amount of knowledge and experience in this industry. I am open to any suggestions and recommendations. My goal is to start searching for my first property in September. I want to thank everyone in advance for your input!!

Hello Everyone, My name is Shevaughn Rawlins and I recently became a BiggerPockets member. I am taking the initial plunge into this new arena of real estate in hopes to learn valuable information from each of you. I have spent the last two weeks listening to featured guests via the podcast and I have learned so much and I am very excited about learning so much more. I am definitely considered a "newbie" to this industry. I have eight years of experience in the medical industry working as a physical therapist and I have taken a huge leap into an industry that I am not very knowledgeable about, however I love to be faced with new challenges and I'm willing to take it on head first!!!