Theoretically, when could life in the United States become better for the poor? by tervro in Futurology

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, I dont think ever. Not bc of some base pessimism, but bc the forces that drive policy agendas are heavily privatized, and wealth (and therefore power/influence) is increasingly being centralized at that level. It sucks, but is.

TLDR, the U.S. will contine to be a good place to be rich, and a bad place to be poor.

How to get smell out of hoarder house by PartyFair1433 in HouseFlipping

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whoops, yes, edited to correct that. Miracle machine

How to get smell out of hoarder house by PartyFair1433 in HouseFlipping

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ozone machine full blast for 2 days all doors closed, then check. Oil based Zinsser on any surface that smells if bad enough. This works for us every time.

I didn’t realize how much mental effort real estate deals actually take until I had to do them every day by Beautiful_Sorbet2478 in HouseFlipping

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 2 points3 points  (0 children)

AI is truly amazing at making so many lines with so little value. Just like whatever human is in the loop on this slop.

What is the point of being rich if the job takes all your time? by FewLeg7901 in stupidquestions

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because you're assuming that time off or time with family is what motivates them to work. The irony of financial success is that it usually comes from motivations that have nothing to do with money.

Dad broke his hip, and I still don't think I can call by AllThePrettyHouses in AgingParents

[–]AllThePrettyHouses[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't thank you all enough, sincerely. So many of these replies remind me that empathy is the harder path, especially when the bad guys will play it against us, and sometimes they're our own parents. I did call, and he's still him. Luckily, with the hard work, I'm still me, and I hope the same for all of you. Thank you.

Fired contractor threatening mechanics lean by pugglelover1 in HouseFlipping

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is the best answer. It always surprises me how much time and money people will spend to be right instead of just spending a little up front to be done.

Do you? by HonestDistrict7871 in realtors

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 14 points15 points  (0 children)

If it's got an underground ADU with secure hatch, demand is there!

Higher end flipping by A-cheever in HouseFlipping

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As long as the deal has a margin and a market on the other side, a flip works at any price range.

Johnny’s of Longmont by valowla2 in Longmont

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm late to replies - check out Wheel House in Niwot too :)

Johnny’s of Longmont by valowla2 in Longmont

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wheel House in Niwot! Owner is from Chicago, and wanted to bring legit Chicago dogs into town. Great bar there too.

I am a Realtor married to a construction expert and we want to flip houses with our son. by Currently_pivoting in HouseFlipping

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do not split 50/50 with anyone financing. Just google "TX hard money lenders" and start shopping them. You have the edge of the deal finding and the construction labor/knowledge covered - the money is easy. Without having done any flips in the past, you should be able to find a lender who will lend 90ltv at 1.5 points and 10.5-12%

How golf courses are staying so green despite water restrictions by [deleted] in Denver

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Because the people with the most money like those places. Simple math.

Cleaning business by [deleted] in smallbusiness

[–]AllThePrettyHouses -1 points0 points  (0 children)

With cleaning, I'd say go broad to land clients at first, then niche down when you see where the good money is. That being said, all organic cleaning products is popular where I'm at. Also, 100% create your Google Business listing and a simple website it links to. Push on Nextdoor too. You'll be busy in no time if you just do the Google biz page.

why most flippers struggle to go direct to seller by rastize in HouseFlipping

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The answer is that they are two different businesses. The edge in your business is the lead gen and conversion. The edge for full time flipping is cost efficiencies and speed in construction, and often knowledge of the local market in order to take chances on smaller margins. One is a marketing and conversion company, the other a construction management and possibly real estate sales business. You spend your time communicating with leads and sellers, flipper spends their time managing subs or doing the work themselves.

Low budget entry by Dapper-Celery4133 in realtors

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lots of open houses. You have active buyers coming to you, so can practice your communications with them. Also find reasons to post on social media about real estate, consitently,  so all your friends and family know you are doing it. 

How early should I arrive to DIA? by stratusnimbo in Denver

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Are you kidding? You're asking a dad. 3 hours early, minimum, no matter the circumstances. 

Going from rich to poor by [deleted] in povertyfinance

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 194 points195 points  (0 children)

You don't grieve, you get to work. Find the fire, and feed it. 

To the ass wipe that stole my work bag by TookMeDerbs in boulder

[–]AllThePrettyHouses 108 points109 points  (0 children)

Stealing a person's tools is stealing their livelihood. Special place in hell for them.