Intro to Real Estate Investing – 3: Starting Out

Christopher Shank NMLS 2562885 In the previous two articles, we started by discussing the reasons that people get into real estate investing. We also touched a bit on some of the strategies investors employ to grow their empires. We’ve also gone over several real-world examples of successful real estate investors to not only demonstrate the…

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Intro to Real Estate Investing – 2: Looking for Inspiration

Christopher Shank NMLS 2562885 Oscar Wilde once said that “imitation is the sincerest form of flattery”. The full quote isn’t terribly flattering on the whole, but the guy did have a point. We learn best by observing others and then modifying those actions to best suit our particularities. When I became a Marine, I initially…

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Intro to Real Estate Investing – 1: Finding the Why and How

Christopher Shank NMLS 2562885 “The secret to becoming wealthy is hard work.” Said one of the wisest men that I have known. “No, really?” I replied, dryly. “Tell me more”. Well, it turns out that my sarcasm was a bit premature. Clearing his throat, the wise man continued. “The secret to becoming wealthy is hard…

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DCSR Loans- a First Step into Real Estate Investing

Chris Shank NMLS 2562885 | 31 May 2024 Look, we all know that guy. The one who has “a few properties” that he rents out. The guy who calls himself an investor and drives a fancy car and is quick to credit his success to “smart investing in real estate”. Whether or not you admit…

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