All Forum Posts by: Drago Stanimirovic

Hi Benny,

Welcome to BiggerPockets community! Pittsburgh’s a solid market with strong rental demand and plenty of value-add opportunities if you buy right.

Start by joining local REI meetups, connecting with investor-friendly agents, and talking to contractors who know the rental rehab game. Focus on learning how to analyze deals and understand cash flow, that's your foundation.

Happy to help on your journey into real estate investing.

Hi Colton,

Great to see you're focusing on multifamily and value-add opportunities, that’s a strong niche, especially in a market like Wichita where entry costs are reasonable and there’s solid rental demand.

Since you're eyeing 5+ units, you're in commercial lending territory, so build relationships with brokers who specialize in multifamily and connect with property managers early, they can be key in underwriting and post-acquisition. Also, dig into local zoning and rent trends so you can spot underperforming properties with upside.

Happy to help you on your journey!

Hi Benny,

Welcome to the game, you're in a great market. Pittsburgh has solid rental demand, relatively low entry prices, and good cash flow potential, especially in neighborhoods seeing revitalization.

To get started, network with local investor meetups, REIAs (Real Estate Investor Associations), and BiggerPockets forums focused on your city. Build your team early, a good investor-friendly agent, contractor, and lender will save you time and money.

Hi Richie,

Great market for mid-term rentals — health systems and banking hubs create steady demand.

Platform: Furnished Finder is ideal for travel nurses. Airbnb (30+ day stays) also works well.

Prep: Fully furnish, include fast Wi-Fi, kitchen essentials, workspace, and in-unit laundry. Clean and hotel-like is key.

Other: Check local rules, compare pricing, and think about forming an LLC if you plan to grow.

Mia, both models can work, but silent co-ownership via an LLC is typically better for a high-income buyer—clean equity splits, clearer exit terms, and stronger alignment. Use an appraisal-based buyout or fixed appreciation formula, with a 5–7 year refinance or sale window. Lease-to-own is fine but offers less upside and more risk for the occupant if prices move fast.

Welcome, Jasmine! Love your mission, affordable housing and education are sorely needed, especially in growing markets like Chattanooga. With four years under your belt and a clear purpose, you're positioned to make a real impact. Looking forward to seeing your journey. Feel free to reach out if you need any help!

Welcome, Yovani! Great to have another flipper in the mix, Oklahoma has solid opportunity if you know how to spot value. Keep pushing forward, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever want to talk deal structuring, or market strategy. Best of luck!

I sent you a DM. Happy to help!

Orlando, you’re on the right track, Dallas is still strong long-term, but cash flow is tighter now due to higher prices and rates. Multifamily (2–4 units) is a solid entry, but you’ll need to dig into submarkets some suburbs or zip codes will perform much better than others.

Don't rely on asking prices alone as many deals need negotiation or value-add to pencil out. Also, consider creative financing like DSCR loans or seller credits to boost cash flow.

Great job on the DSCR deal and strong cash flow. For your next down payment, a HELOC on your primary or rental is the smartest move, flexible, fast, and you avoid resetting a low-rate mortgage. Cash-out refi works too but usually costs more and takes longer.