Mike Cooper, Broker VA,WV, MD
Cornerstone Business Group Inc - Winchester, VA
Your Neighborhood Real Estate Sales Pro

Great advice, Karen. I do this with my office complex. I bought more than I needed and rent the remainder out to others. My company resides there rent free. It can work in residential and commercial real estate. Happy July 4th!

Jul 04, 2017 11:22 AM
Susie Kay
Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth - Plano, TX
North Dallas Specialist

Well said, Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner ! Thanks for your post and Happy Independence Day!

Jul 04, 2017 11:31 AM
JoAnn Moore
The Mortgage Market of Delaware - Georgetown, DE
Home Loans in Delaware

Great idea Karen. I just joined an investment property owners' group. This would be a great topic to discuss at a meeting.     

Jul 04, 2017 04:05 PM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, Keller Williams Fox Cities - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Great post Karen, I have used this investment model many times, and when you live in the same building your tenants are always on their best behavior.

Jul 05, 2017 11:04 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner ,

I'm so glad Carol Williams featured your post in her "Second Chance Saturday" series. Great information and advice. It can be done with thoughtful planning!

Jul 08, 2017 04:48 AM
Steve Bracero
Heisler and Mattson - Shrewsbury, MA
First Time Homebuyer and Investor Specialist

Hi Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner  

Great read! This is how I started investing in real estate myself! It is great for those who can in their current situation 

Jul 08, 2017 10:12 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

There's some excellent information here for those who are considering investing in real estate, with owner-occupancy being a great way financially to get started.

Jul 09, 2017 09:33 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate - St. George, UT
So Utah Residential, Referral & Relocation REALTOR

Karen, I hope you are having a fantastic Spring! It's been a while since you've posted. Just wanted to stop and say hello and wish you well!

May 21, 2018 02:44 PM
Dana Hollish Hill
Hollish Hill Group, JPAR Stellar Living - Bethesda, MD
REALTOR * Broker * Coach

Great ideas. I wish I had taken the leap before I had school-age kids. Now it is much harder to move around. I tell all the young people I know to buy/fix up find next property/move/rent out last place, repeat. 

Aug 14, 2018 10:06 PM
Kat Palmiotti
406-270-3667, kat@thehousekat.com, Broker, eXp Realty - Kalispell, MT
The House Kat

Just checking in! Haven't heard from you in a while; hope you are doing well!

Mar 16, 2019 04:28 AM
Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner

Hi Kat Palmiotti Nice to hear from you! I'm doing well. Just been focusing on family and working. Youngest has graduated from college, my daughter is married and happy, hoping for some grandkids. 


I hope all is well with you also! Do miss the Rain, low on time though. 

Mar 16, 2019 07:14 AM
MichelleCherie Carr Crowe Just Call...408-252-8900
Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty - San Jose, CA
Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years

Hi there,

I've given this same good advice to other clients myself.

Jun 02, 2019 01:20 AM
Kat Palmiotti
406-270-3667, kat@thehousekat.com, Broker, eXp Realty - Kalispell, MT
The House Kat

Hello there! Thinking of you! I hope family and work are all well. Enjoy the rest of the winter!

Jan 25, 2020 05:43 AM
Karen Fiddler, Broker/Owner

Hi Kat - you are so sweet. I think about AR often and you inspired me to write an update. I need to be here more often! All is well - all good. I hope all is well with you and your family too? Your picture looks GREAT!!


https://activerain.com/blogsview/5460414/remember-me--wondering-what-i-m-up-to--anyone--anyone-

Jan 26, 2020 08:50 AM