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OK, I want to get a 12x24 concrete pad poured and I have absolutely zero knowledge in this area. What are some things I need to ask and things to look out for so I won't get scammed? A ballpark price range would also be nice. TIA

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You can plan for $8-10/sqft for price. If you want a plain jane 4" thick pad it will have wire mesh in it and it will suffice for any basic foot traffic and light structures with spread loading. If you plan on putting any structures or significant weight on it like a vehicle or a major structure you will need to go with perimeter footers and grade beams that are rebar enforced. Concrete finish and slope direction if you want to slope it is something else you need to understand and clarify. Since it will be covered slope isn't that important unless you plan to hose it off after boils and bbqs and what not. You need to agree with the finisher on how the concrete will get to the formwork. Keep the HEAVY truck away from your driveway and yard. If possible you can use a pump truck but they are pricey and have limited reach, or you can get a georgia buggy and pay a little more labor and material for plywood runway from the truck to the pad. That should be enough info for you to google and get more direction for your specific situation.

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Looking for guidance on getting into real estate. Should I buy a condo near LSU and put it up for rent? Should I buy a single family house in a DSLD neighborhood and rent it out? Beach condo? What is the best route for me and how much should I put down and what price vs rental income should I be looking at?

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Real Estate investing in Louisiana is for you if you can buy at <50% of the appraised value or if you are happy with 5-7% returns on your money. If those don't pertain to you then Louisiana is not the market for you.

Afternoon Compadres, I am on the journey of "making my money work for me" and I have come across Syndications and Crowd Funding. I have read all of the basics and understand the theories, but I don't have the network or relationships with actual people that have invested in them. I am looking for advice, experience, or information related to them. How do I take the jump without ending up in ponzi scheme or something like it?

I have recently been connected with a couple of folks that are raising capital for O&G projects, Storage Facilities, Multifamily housing Etc. The initial investments range from $10k-$100k. They all sell it real well, but what is the reality vs what they are selling?