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Who Don’t Hide Behind Our Web Site!

Who Don’t Hide Behind Our Web Site!

Helpful investing was formed in February 2003 to invest in cash flowing rental properties that require renovation. After building a portfolio with over a dozen rental properties, an opportunity presented itself with the failure of the mortgage market and influx of financially distressed properties. These distressed properties, specifically in the Greater Capitol Heights area, yielded low acquisition, moderate to high renovation, with substantial return on investment. At this point it was necessary to alter our business model as we targeted properties that can be acquired at 60% or below of the current fair market value after repairs. The resale value of the properties after repair ranges from $200,000 to $300,000, the ideal price point for first and second time homebuyers…Read more
5735 Bugler St. Capitol Heights, MD 20743

5735 Bugler St. Capitol Heights, MD 20743

We have just started renovations on our latest property in Capitol Heights, Maryland. After months of negotiations with bank we finally were able to lock this one down and go to settlement. The bank tried to play hard ball and accepted a contract AFTER they accepted our initial offer. Too bad for them the “investor” that submitted the other offer was in no position to actually close the deal. Lesson learned here is that hard work, persistence and follow-up will go a long way in this business. Also, closing on a deal you put under contract will take you even further. So keep checking back because we will be updating the site frequently with status reports, photos and videos of how we turn coal in into diamonds!Read more
Bourbon & Bowties – a Charity Event for Shannon Dudley

Bourbon & Bowties – a Charity Event for Shannon Dudley

The Quinntessential Gentleman (QG), Baltimore’s premiere barbershop and the non-profit, “Take Back the City” will host a fundraiser for Shannon Dudley, 25 of Baltimore. Shannon’s dream of becoming a barber ended abruptly on May 22nd, 2008 after being stabbed on his way home from barber school. Read more
Habitat 4 Heroes Project

Habitat 4 Heroes Project

Helpful Investing is beginning its efforts to give back to those who sacrifice so much to allow us the freedoms we enjoy. After volunteering for Operation Homefront and meeting some of these brave men and women, we saw a great need to provide housing to the soldiers who are transitioning out of the hospital, but still need to be close to complete their rehabilitation. It is our goal to help provide that housing. We will be posting more information in the coming days about our plans and goals. Please spread the word!!!Read more
Dinner with Than Merrill!

Dinner with Than Merrill!

We had a great opportunity to grab dinner after the Washington REIA with our Coach and Mentor Than Merrill. We are Fortune Builders Mastery Members so it was a great time relaxing, stuffing our faces and sharing Real Estate war stories.Read more
802 Nova Avenue Capitol Heights, MD 20743

802 Nova Avenue Capitol Heights, MD 20743

We are happy to announce that 802 Nova Ave has been sold after only 11 Days on the market!!!

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416 Carmody Hills Dr. Capitol Heights, MD 20743

416 Carmody Hills Dr. Capitol Heights, MD 20743

New 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rambler with Covered porch and off street parking. Hardwood floors and matching cabinetry. Full deck, Corian countertops and custom ceramic tile flooring and bathrooms. Recessed lighting, Energy Star appliances and windows. Priced to sell fast!

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Why Aren’t REO’s Selling? And Why YOU Should Be Grateful You Know Some Slobs!

Why Aren’t REO’s Selling? And Why YOU Should Be Grateful You Know Some Slobs!

Has anyone been to a friends house and while you are there you area looking around thinking, “How could someone live in a mess like this?!” When you go to use the bathroom you don’t touch anything without having some tissue in your hand as a barrier and when you get in your car you break out the hand sanitizer. Come on…. we all know them!

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