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Buying Strategies
Darin Garman, CCIM

Welcome to the Buying Strategies Section, where you'll find the latest tips and strategies to use when purchasing apartments and commercial property. We will constantly be adding new articles, news, and information here, so check back often! Darin Garman, CCIM

When Do The Good Projects Come Available??
Darin Garman, CCIM
When Do The Good Projects Come Available?? Just got done with a phone conference call with my Private Partners and it was a good one. A question came up that was a really good one. It was basically one of: "How often can we expect good projects we can get into to come up?" And this is a great question. How often DO good properties come up for sale OR are able to be purchased??? Is there a number you can put on this per week or per month?? . . . Real Estate Articles
The Best Time To Approach Owners To See If They Would Sell
Darin Garman, CCIM
The Best Time To Approach Owners To See If They Would Sell A question I am often asked is "When is the best time to approach in owner about selling their property?" Answer: . . . Real Estate Articles
What Should NOT Be In Every Purchase Agreement...
Darin Garman, CCIM
What Should NOT Be In Every Purchase Agreement... Many 'gurus' will tell you what you always NEED to have in a purchase agreement or purchase contract. Good advice to always know what you NEED to have in there. But.. There is also a secret. The secret is what you do NOT want to do. I am going to 'nutshell' this for you with a broad statement then chip at it a little. . . . Real Estate Articles
FREE VIDEO: Biggest Mistakes Apartment Investors Make #6
Darin Garman, CCM
FREE VIDEO: Biggest Mistakes Apartment Investors Make #6 Darin Garman reveals the number 6 biggest mistake apartment investors make. . . . Real Estate Articles
Do You Know The True Story of No Money Down?
Darin Garman, CCIM
Do You Know The True Story of No Money Down? In my previous article I talked about the property that does not exist that unfortunately is part of marketing and stories told to people about low or no money down apartment investing. In a nutshell the story that there are many people that are desperate to unload their properties that cash flow in huge amount to you for little or no money down. . . . Real Estate Articles
Are Your Expectations Realistic??
Darin Garman, CCIM
Are Your Expectations Realistic?? I got three versions of the following email since the weekend. Here it is: "Darin.. I am looking to purchase an apartment or commercial property with no or low money down in my market or anywhere. My credit is not that great and I need a property that will cash flow about $5,000 per month. Seller financing will be a must. . . . Real Estate Articles
Once You Have Found 'That' Property...
Darin Garman, CCIM
Once You Have Found 'That' Property... In my last article I talked about where to find the best projects to get your investment dollars into and what you need to be considering in that process. After you have a project in front of you that looks interesting make sure that you do a thorough and objective job in your analysis of the project. Don't skip anything. It is easy to do. Once you lock onto a good project you become excited and motivated to own that property and take it to the next level. Make sure in your . . . Real Estate Articles
Where The Best Apartment or Commercial Deals Actually Come From..
Darin Garman, CCIM
Where The Best Apartment or Commercial Deals Actually Come From.. The question I get, a lot, is: Darin - Where can I find the best deals...right now? Where should I be looking? Have a weird but TRUE ANSWER... From Where You Do Not Expect!! I know..sounds goofy but it is true... Let me explain.. In many of my courses, emails, conference calls, etc. I talk about whereto be looking for the best deals and where they are most of the time.. . . . Real Estate Articles
The Advantage of The "Re-Negotiation"
Darin Garman, CCIM
The Advantage of The "Re-Negotiation" First, appreciate the feedback from all of you on the "What is Old Is New Again" email I had the other day.. Many of your stories are inspiring to say the least and your comments were welcome. Thanks.. Now - on to the real estate stuff.. One of the things I like to do is 're-negotiate' a deal before I actually close on it... . . . Real Estate Articles
VIDEO: Moving From Investing In Single Family Homes to Apartments & Commercial Property
Darin Garman, CCIM
VIDEO: Moving From Investing In Single Family Homes to Apartments & Commercial Property In this video Darin answers CIPOA Member George from Sacramento "Most Burning Question". "How to go from investing in single family homes and move into apartments and commercial real estate?" . . . Real Estate Articles
The Coming Boom...
Darin Garman, CCIM
The Coming Boom... The coming boom? What the heck? Garman must be living in a lead lined cave there in Iowa because in case he did not know it there is a huge recession going on requiring government bail out! OK , OK. I know, I really do..But what does the Garman 8 Ball tell him when he shakes it?? . . . Real Estate Articles
Making Money In This Crazy Market..
Darin Garman, CCIM
Making Money In This Crazy Market.. Wow! Talk about a roller coaster ride this last week. The media has done all of us commercial real estate investors a huge favor.. It has created a huge panic and scared a lot of commercial real estate owners.. Now, a lot of commercial real estate projects are doing just fine and will continue to do so, however, there are also a lot of owners that are thinking... . . . Real Estate Articles
More On Good Opportunities..
Darin Garman, CCIM
More On Good Opportunities.. Remember if it is that easy everyone would be doing it. Old saying but so true. I just got an email from one of my new Private Clients wanting to know why, after 5 days, there is not a great property to buy YET....Guess what... . . . Real Estate Articles
VIDEO: With the Economy in Complete Turmoil, Should I Still Look at Buying Apartments and Commercial Real Estate?
Darin Garman, CCIM
VIDEO: With the Economy in Complete Turmoil, Should I Still Look at Buying Apartments and Commercial Real Estate? Darin Garman, CCIM answers MyPlatinumClub.com Member questions on investing in Apartments and Commercial Real Estate. Today's Question comes from Frank in Houston. With economy in complete turmoil, should I still buy apartments or commercial real estate? . . . Real Estate Articles
IRA Investing and Commercial Investment Real Estate
Darin Garman, CCIM
IRA Investing and Commercial Investment Real Estate I just got done with another project, an apartment property, where the majority of the folks that partnered with me used their IRA in order to do that. What has become something that was not even heard of just a few years ago is now something that is more common place. But.. There are many that do not have an idea as to how to invest your IRA . . . Real Estate Articles
FREE Video: The Biggest Mistake Apartment Investors Make #3
Darin Garman, CCIM
FREE Video: The Biggest Mistake Apartment Investors Make #3 Apartment and Commercial Real Estate Expert, Darin Garman reveals the #3 biggest mistake apartment investors make when they're getting started. . . . Real Estate Articles
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