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All Forum Posts by: Stanley Yeldell

Stanley Yeldell has started 4 posts and replied 26 times.

Key Questions to Ask Yourself

Property Cash Flow: Will the property generate sufficient cash flow to cover the monthly payments, taxes, insurance, and other expenses?

Exit Strategy: What’s your plan if you can’t refinance or sell the property after 24 months?

Market Conditions: Is the property located in a growing or stable market? Do you anticipate appreciation to justify the purchase price and financing terms?

Reserves: Do you have enough cash reserves to handle unexpected costs or delays in refinancing?

Private Money or Hard Money Loan

How it works: Short-term loans from private or hard money lenders to purchase the lot and finance the construction.

Benefits: Easier approval and faster processing, focusing on the property value rather than your income.

Downside: Higher interest rates and shorter loan terms (typically 6-18 months).

Partner with an Equity Investor:

Bring in a partner who provides the down payment in exchange for a share of the deal’s profits.

Quote from @Wale Lawal:

@Stanley Yeldell

Welcome to BP!

It's exciting to see your focus on building a real estate portfolio for financial freedom! Start by educating yourself with foundational books like The Millionaire Real Estate Investor and practicing deal analysis using tools like BiggerPockets calculators. Clarify your strategy—whether it's rentals, flips, or house hacking—and build a team of agents, lenders, and contractors. For funding, explore options like FHA loans, personal savings, or creative financing, and focus on New Jersey markets that align with your goals, such as Newark for rentals or commuter towns for house hacking. Stay consistent and take calculated steps to gain momentum!

Good luck!


 Gotcha feeling excited and nervous at the same time

Quote from @Jared Smith:

@Stanley Yeldell, welcome to BP! 
Best advice: don't get emotional about a deal.

Found first deal on MLS, but have found stuff on FB, Nextdoor app, and even yard signs!

Must have tools: you need some type of evaluation metric and/or tool that you are comfortable with and are willing to walk about from a deal if it doesn't meet your requirements.


also, a deal is a term for a transaction, not to be confused with a "good deal". Anything can be a deal, evaluate and find the good ones!


 Thank you! This helps.

Hi BP Community,

I’m Stanley Yeldell, new to real estate investing and ready to dive in! I’m focusing on [strategy, e.g., rentals, flips, or house hacking] and eager to build a portfolio that leads to financial freedom.

Currently, I’m learning, networking, and analyzing deals to take my first steps.

Questions for You:

  • What’s the best advice for a beginner?
  • How did you fund your first deal?
  • Any must-have tools or resources?

Would love to connect, especially with those investing in New Jersey!