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Is residential real estate investing worth it?

40 people answered this on the record, across 11 organisations. The change they described most often was clearer systems and processes — 8 of 40 raised it unprompted. 6 described feeling heard and supported by the provider. The timeframe described most often was 2 – 6 months. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.

Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-08-05. Updated as new interviews arrive.

What the answers had in common

Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.

Outcomes described by people answering: Is residential real estate investing worth it?
What changedInterviewsShare
Better systems8 of 4020%
Felt supported6 of 4015%
Confidence5 of 4013%
Revenue growth5 of 4013%
Family & relationships4 of 4010%
Team & hiring2 of 405%
  • Working with Shannon's team was like building a lot of very close trusting friendships very quickly, and especially as the process played out and we got a little bit more familiar with each other, comfortable working…Stephanie Stern
  • Shannon really just... helped us feel like our concerns were heard because she brought them to that other party on our behalf.Alexandra Sedevie
  • I found Shannon through a friend, which always makes me feel more confident going into a relationship like this.Stephanie Stern
  • And without United Tax I would never, never be able to to different level with your income and your time and your freedom. very exciting.Amanda Winchester

How long it took them

  • 2 – 6 months · 1
  • Over a year · 1

The interviews behind this answer

What they doubted first

  • But also you read about structural damage to houses and the, the cost of those things, the amount of time the work takes, and then just the sheer disruption that it could cause.Al-Karim Makhani
  • A reason I almost didn't attend the Tax Lien Wealth Builders Workshop was it almost didn't seem like it could be real. It's just something I never heard of and I couldn't find a ton of information on my own. I didn't really understand what they were offering…TLWB -Logan Patrick
  • Jason Paul noted that while he initially compared price points, the depth of engineering knowledge and code expertise Mathew provided far exceeded a standard inspection. He felt the price made sense because it prevented costly foundational and leak issues tha…Jason Paul

Follow-up questions they answered

How does Elements Real Estate Atlanta handle first-time home buyers who want to learn the process?
Shannon focuses on 'scaffolding' and educating her clients rather than just telling them what to do. Stephanie Stern noted that Shannon struck a perfect balance between relying on expert knowledge and teaching the buyers the nuances of the market. — Stephanie Stern
Is it worth putting in a backup offer in a tricky real estate market?
Yes, according to Stephanie Stern, who initially doubted the strategy. Shannon advised her to submit a backup offer on a house she loved; three weeks later, the original deal fell through and the house became hers. — Stephanie Stern
What is the communication style of the team at Elements Real Estate Atlanta?
The team is described as extremely flexible, communicative, and easy to get in touch with. Stephanie Stern emphasized that they never left her waiting and felt like close, trusting friends who genuinely cared about the outcome. — Stephanie Stern
How disruptive is Geobear foundation repair compared to traditional methods?
Al-Karim Makhani noted that the prep work was significantly less than what would have been required for structural foundation work. He described the upheaval as minimal compared to the disclosures and time required for traditional foundation excavation. — Al-Karim Makhani
Is Geobear faster than traditional underpinning?
Yes, Al-Karim's surveyor recommended Geobear specifically because it would be faster and less disruptive. The team was able to fit the appointment in quickly and the results were visible almost immediately after the injections. — Al-Karim Makhani
Will Geobear injections fix a door that won't close due to subsidence?
In Al-Karim's case, the impact was immediate. He reported that his front door closed naturally right after the work, which it had not done for many months prior to the Geobear treatment. — Al-Karim Makhani

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