How to Ask for a Raise (and Get It)
You want more money, and you’re confident you deserve it. Maybe you’ve taken on more responsibilities, closed some big deals, or have generally been exceeding expectations—whatever it is, you know…
Personal Development & Goals
Real estate investing is a continual learning process. Mistakes and lessons learned characterize almost every investor's career. The great thing about BiggerPockets is that it allows you to learn from the triumphs and failures of other investors around the country. Spending the time to learn from others' experience can significantly speed up your real estate portfolio growth and help you to avoid setbacks. This section of the BiggerPockets Blog is dedicated to those types of posts that help investors become successful in real estate and avoid mistakes that others have made in the past. You can read up on more similar stories and discussions in our Real Estate Success Stories Forum.
How to Make the Most of Your Time—Figuratively AND Literally
I want to talk with you about how to maximize your time. Now, I don't mean time-management techniques or hacks or anything like that. What I mean is taking a…
13 Habits the Vast Majority of Successful Leaders Share
Habits are a powerful and undeniable part of every human. So what habits drive success and productivity? Those who make their way to the top don't do so accidentally. Instead,…
How to Master the Elevator Pitch and the Nutshell Resume
Being able to quickly state your mission when meeting new people is critical to success. Master the elevator pitch and make new connections with these tips.
Looking Back, Racing Toward Retirement Was a BIG Mistake
I never dreamed I’d retire before I hit 34. But I did. Once a high energy entrepreneur, I suddenly went from 100 miles per hour to zero. I wasn't happy.…
The 5 Biggest Mistakes I’ve Made in My Real Estate Investing Career
Why make your own mistakes when you can learn from others'? Here's what one experienced investor would change about his path if he knew then what he knows now.
At What Age Is It Too Late to Invest in Real Estate?
Whoever first said, “Youth is wasted on the young,” was a genius! I'm one of the millions of people who squandered my 20s, 30s, and even my 40s. But I…
7 Deadly Sins That Cause Real Estate Investors to Fail
If you want to be successful in your real estate investing career, make sure to steer clear of the sins that oftentimes plague beginner investors. Learn what to look for…
The Colossal Fail: How a Hard Landing Can Make You a Better Investor
Everyone wants to talk about success. But what about failure? When we fail, we learn the most important lessons. Here's how to leverage your mistakes, turning the bad into something…
7 Life-Changing Lessons I Wish I Knew as a Real Estate Newbie
When you're starting out as an investor, the fear of what you don't know can paralyze you. Here's the good thing: You're not alone. This article will help.
Beyond Cash Flow: How I Used Investing to Buy Real Estate in My “Happy Place”
It's not all about wealth building & ROI. Real estate can help us achieve fulfillment & purpose. Here's how investing can fund meaningful getaways & more!
4 Reasons You Should Attend a Real Estate Investing Conference This Year
Thinking of attending a real estate investing conference? Maybe you're having a hard time committing due to all the competing areas in life—family, kids, job, etc. I know it can…
I JUST Quit My Job to Invest: These 4 Lessons Helped Me Get Here
Is your goal to quit your 9 to 5 to invest in real estate? This investor just did. Here's his advice for those who want to do the same and…
