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Gp G. How to paint
20 June 2025 | 4 replies
Then start watching Youtube.
Jennifer Milfort New & Nervous – Excited to Start My Real Estate Journey!
9 July 2025 | 10 replies
Things like extended eviction timelines, rent control policies, and strict regulations can seriously cut into your cash flow and peace of mind.Here’s a better path for you as a new investor exploring turnkeys: Look into landlord-friendly markets with:* Strong rent-to-price ratios* Affordable entry points* Solid property management infrastructure* Consistent rental demandTop Turnkey-Friendly Markets to Consider:Birmingham, AL* Low property taxes, strong rental demand* High cash flow potential* Reliable turnkey operators and property managersIndianapolis, IN* Steady appreciation and affordable inventory* Turnkey-friendly with a large investor network* Very landlord-friendlyCleveland or Columbus, OH* Excellent cash flow markets* Very active turnkey providers* Property taxes are moderate, laws are landlord-favorableAugusta or Macon, GA* Hidden gems for investors* Good rent-to-value ratios* Georgia is very investor-friendlyNext Steps:* Start researching these markets through BiggerPockets and YouTube walkthroughs from real turnkey providers.* Analyze deals weekly, even if you're not buying yet.* Interview turnkey companies and property managers to build a team before investing.You're asking the right questions at the right time.
James Rutherford, iii Looking for where to start as a complete beginner. (Brain is Scrambled)
8 July 2025 | 2 replies
I come from a lower-middle class family whom I love dearly, but with that being said, I have had to turn to books and youtube for advice on Finances and Real Estate.
Jamil Watts Subject to New Jersey
25 June 2025 | 5 replies
The YouTube videos and mentorships always leave out key bits of info or sometimes they tell people to break the law.The little man with his cool slogans, Facebook community and slick strategies won't be around to help if one of his strategies blow up in a students faces.
Michael Lynch To sell or not to sell?
12 July 2025 | 9 replies
My wife stillworks.Here’s the point of thispost….You can do the same thing and most likely get the sameresults that I did this week.I got on YouTube and typed,Rental Homes or Stock Market Investing.
Daniela Leon New member here!
3 July 2025 | 6 replies
YouTube Channels – Search for remodel walk-throughs by creators like The Homies, Ryan Pineda, and The Real Estate Robinsons.Courses:BiggerPockets Real Estate Rookie Bootcamp – A structured program for beginners that covers deal analysis, rehab, and more.REI Remodel Course by Austin Rutherford (or similar BRRRR-focused educators) – Breaks down the reno process from a cash-flow lens.In-Person Masterminds/Events:BPCon 2024 (Las Vegas this October!)
Renee Krystek New To Investment but looking to learn more about STR
11 July 2025 | 10 replies
I know a couple that owns, operates, and manages a bunch of STRs - here's a youtube video of them:  - I'd be happy to connect you with them!
Ekaterina Lansky Are new investors googling lenders while pros stick to their go-tos?
30 June 2025 | 7 replies
Gurus are teaching people to get into real estate with no money down so you have 18 year old watched some youtube videos and call themselves a real estate investor.
Lee Banks Wholesale Real Estate
23 June 2025 | 8 replies
Hi Lee, If I were in your shoes as a beginner, here’s where I’d start:Free Resources First: Podcasts like BiggerPockets and YouTube channels (Max Maxwell, Jerry Norton) give you a solid understanding of wholesaling basics for free.Structured Courses: Look into beginner-friendly online wholesaling courses — some are offered by local REI groups or mentors.