How to Reduce Vacancy During an Economic Downturn
Unlike economic downturns of the past, the impact of the coronavirus is profound, not only threatening people’s lives directly, but also the way in which we do business. Just like…
Managing & Scaling
Renters: What to Do If You’re Worried You Can’t Pay Your Rent (Landlords, Share This With Tenants!)
Are you a renter who's been impacted by COVID-19? Maybe you've lost your job or think you might. Maybe your income has been dramatically affected, and you're trying to figure…
How to Rent Your Property to the Right Tenants—Fast
In a market full of properties available for rent, how do I make mine stand out? What steps can get it rented more quickly—to the right person? In this article,…
Effective Content Marketing for Your Real Estate Business: Create a Plan in 5 Simple Steps
It's time to get on board with content marketing—real estate is changing, and as a result, real estate agents need to change their approach, too. How do you get started and…
10 BiggerPockets Podcasts to Binge During Quarantine
Bored during quarantine? Start bingeing the most popular BiggerPockets Podcast episodes to learn about real estate, retirement, and investing during a recession.
Dear Tenants—I’m Sending This Letter to My Tenants Today
In light of coronavirus, my rental business just sent a letter to all my tenants. Here is the exact letter—and a link to download it—in case you want to send…
How Does an LLC Owner Get Paid?
If you plan on setting up an LLC for your real estate business, you might be wondering how you'll get paid. Use this post as a guide to paying yourself…
What’s a KPI? How Measuring Key Performance Indicators Can Help Grow Your Business
In any business, if objectives are not met, the work being done may be largely (or wholly) useless. It is imperative to know whether the things you're doing are effective…
What Property Managers Need to Know Amid the Coronavirus Crisis
As the coronavirus pandemic unfolds, real estate investors, property managers, and other industry professionals are scrambling to adjust business policies and procedures. Here are several recommendations on how to proceed…
Data (Finally) Answers: Does Allowing Pets in Rentals Pay Off?
BPInsights took a look at 150,000 rental listings to answer the age-old question of whether allowing pets in rentals is worth it or not for property owners. Find out here…
Top 5 Rental Property Investment Killers
Do you ever wonder what will really hurt you when you own a rental property? Keep in mind you are running a customer service business—it's not just four walls and…
How to Run a Tenant Background Check
Can you perform background checks on tenant applicants? Should you? Or is it a waste of time that is killing your occupancy rates and real estate returns?
Scared to Invest? Here’s How to Overcome Your Fear of Risk
More often than not, what stops aspiring new real estate investors from getting their first deal is simply fear. So how can those who are hesitant to invest conquer their…
