Lisa Phillips
0094 BiggerPockets Reblog: Upgrades Vs Home Improvements In Low Income Rentals
This is part 2 of the series, “I’m not going to live there so I’m not going to pay for ______.” From biggerpockets. View original article here!: As a new investors, especially in low income neighborhoods there is a mindset that some people suffer from called the “I’m not going to live here” mindset. There can be times when it
0093 Renovation Costs Broken Down!!
I am excited about this blog posts, and I am going to show you a break down of the renovation costs for the two most recent rental properties. I was told in conversation with an audience member that they would like to see this, so I am EXTREMELY excited to give you guys exactly what you want! I am more
0092 BiggerPockets Post: Have Pride In That Low Income Neighborhood!
BiggerPockets Reblog! View original article here! This is part 1 of the series, “I’m not going to live there so I’m not going to pay for ______” As new investors, and especially in low income neighborhoods, there is a mindset that some people suffer from. It’s the “I’m not going to live here” mindset. There can be times when it
0091 Inner City Investing How To With Al Williamson: The Stories and Details
Another amazing interview, filled with a great perspective of someone who does inner-city investing, and we got even more in depth. Al Williamson first started off in a triplex with his new wife in a revitalization zone. After getting his feet wet with that, we are going to delve into how he moved into his first 8 unit apartment which
0090 What You Need To Know About The Dodd Frank Rules
This is another interview with Loan Processor Kwasi Jenkins. We’ll share with you today how the new Dodd Frank Rules are stopping or helping mortgage lending, why you would want to file single instead of jointly, and what reserves you may need for your rental properties. This is very informative for new or experienced investors alike, because the changes from
0089 How To Fully Vet Your Real Estate Investing Mentor/Personal Guide!
As you all know, I have a previous post on being cautious about doing the current coaching programs as seen by the “gurus,” as I saw more sales than value. Today, I am discussing the concept of fully vetting a potential mentor, and what to keep in mind from both your point of view, and the viewpoint of the person
0088 How Sharad M. Invests In Homes Under $30k, 45 Minutes Outside Of Chicago!
Please join us today as I talk with Sharad M., of Max Properties LLC. Sharad has been buying and renovating houses for the last 4 years, and in life and in real estate, has acquired a vast amount of insight, wisdom, and success. Please enjoy as we discuss Sharad’s ability for him and his wife to decide to live off
0087 BiggerPockets Reblog: The Coziness Factor 5 Key Property Improvements to Rent Your Unit Faster
BiggerPockets Reblog: Click Here For Original Article How should you decide how “nice” to improve a rental? Here’s how I determine it, using something I call the “Coziness Factor.”
0086 Another Irritating Bank Story
You guys know I feel that banks are a last resort! Well, let me tell you one more story if you haven’t gotten the point they are more likely to tell you No, than Yes.
0084 Find Local Realty Websites vs National MLS Sites For More Listings
This is a tip that I used when searching for lower priced properties. I use a really good local realtor website rather than the national mls. For some cities, I use these sites exclusively (Baltimore, RIchmond). These sites are easy to find in google, and offer lower priced homes that don’t always come up on ZIllow, Realtor.com, etc. And, don’t