I tend to adopt the same marketing philosophies of Fortune 500 companies: Does McDonalds or Lowe's have reps going door-to-door to market their products?

I encourage new people to use Hard Money Loans at the beginning.

However, I do encourage you to think about whether this is something you really want to get into. 

I would love to have some words of encouragement and see who is out here in my area.

Out of the gate, I would encourage you to give some thought to the Buy Box. 

BRRRR in Cuyahoga can work if you keep it tight: one submarket, one property type, light-to-mid rehabs, and lenders lined up before you offer.Hi Elealeh, Thanks so much really appreciate the encouragement and advice!

Week of October 20, 2025Even with the government shutdown delaying some reports, this week’s inflation and housing data brought some encouraging news!

As a retired CPA I've encouraged all my past clients to know not only what there numbers mean, but also offer planning advise where I could. 

(Avery's book is the first one I read and one that motivated me to get into real estate)  I encourage you to check them out. 

You also must know all your possible exits, be it being paid back until maturity, Encouraging the borrower to refinance, Foreclosure as well as (our favorite) selling the note.