LINKS
We have collected a list of
links to websites, which I believe, offer invaluable information to help
you in your investing. Do yourself a favor and look into some of these
sites.
Local & Community Information
City of St. Louis - Development
The City of St. Louis' official development site offers detail on most
ongoing and upcoming projects along with various tools to help you get
started as an investor.
City of St. Louis - Neighborhoods
When investing in St. Louis it is crucial to account for the
neighborhood factor. There are 79 neighborhoods in the City of St. Louis
and it helps to understand the trends and borders of the neighborhoods
you are considering investing in.
Geo St. Louis
This site, hands down, offers the most detailed statistical information
on the City of St. Louis. You can use this site to investigate the
median income or number of building permits in a given area or
neighborhood. There are also a variety of mapping tools, which can be
very helpful.
Regional Housing and Community Development
Alliance
This organization unites the efforts of various neighborhood development
associations throughout the city.
Real Estate Development & Investment
Groups
Urban St. Louis
An online message board that is a great source of information on
developments going on in St. Louis. This site offers a wider variety of
information than any other site I know of.
St. Louis Rehabbers Club
This site is dedicated to helping local real estate investors and
rehabbers. There is a lot of valuable information about al aspects of
these projects to be found on this site. The listserve is a good way to
keep in touch with news and other rehabbers.
St. Louis Real Estate Investors Club
This group brings together like minded local investors to network through
meetings and online discussions. They're worth a look.
RenovateSTL
This website features a lot of
valuable tools for anyone looking to do a little rehabbing.
Wealth Improvement Network (WIN)
Another networking group for people
interested or active in the investment market.
Legal Links & Documents
Missouri Tenant & Landlord Law
The legalities of what you can and need to do as a landlord. Whether you
manage your own properties or have a property management company do it
for you, it is helpful to understand this information.
Local Business News
St. Louis Business Journal
The best source on local business news.
St. Louis Post Dispatch - Business
Another good source for local business news.
Searching For Properties
Realtor.com
If you want to browse through properties currently on the market this is
the site for you.
Craig's List
A great source for locating properties and services.
Backpage (Riverfront Times Online)
Similar service to craigslist. A
great resource.
Tax Credits
Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives
This site contains all the information and applications necessary to get
started with federal tax credits.
State Historic Preservation Tax Credit
This site contains all the information and applications necessary to get
started with state tax credits.
INSURANCE
Shelter Insurance (Greg Tainter & Trent Gaines)
If you own properties you should be using these guys. Their rates can't
be beat. Give them a call and we're sure you'll be happy with their rate
quote.
LENDING
Pulaski Bank (Mark Barron)
If you are looking for lending from a local bank, check out Mark's
website. They have some great options for you.
1031
Asset Preservation Incorporated
This company can explain and help you
to facilitate your 1031 exchanges
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