How Automation Makes Investors More Money
This article is presented by Baselane I didn’t become a real estate investor to spend my weekends buried in Excel. But there I was: Every Saturday morning, like clockwork, I…
Real Estate Business Management
Business Management can often be similar across many industries and types of enterprises. Successful real estate investors treat their investments like a business and run them professionally. This section of the BiggerPockets Blog contains articles that can help journeyman investors systematize and professionally run their real estate businesses. Topics include hiring, management, business policy, and scaling. These articles are written by some of the best investors in the business, and in regions throughout the country.
Do You Need an LLC as a Real Estate Investor?
Some of the most common questions rookie investors ask—especially in places like the BiggerPockets forums—are: The short answer? It depends. Today, I’m breaking down the key questions you should ask…
The Hidden Legal Landmines in Off-Market Deals & How to Avoid Them
Off-market deals have become the holy grail for many real estate investors. And for good reason—they often come with less competition, better terms, and the potential for deeper discounts than…
The Hidden Costs of Poor Deal Management—and How to Avoid Them
Let me tell you about a deal I lost that still stings. A while back, I made a lowball offer on a property. The sellers weren’t interested—flat-out rejected it, with…
Real Estate Scams Keep Getting Worse—Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Unfortunately, scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and property owners are often targeted by fraudulent contractors, fake insurance policies, and deceptive property transactions. Recognizing warning signs can help you avoid falling…
Investors Need to Think Outside the Box—Start With These 9 Factors
I aim to earn 15% or higher returns on all my hands-off real estate investments. When the average person hears that, they immediately react dismissively: “What?! You must be sinking…
How You Can Scale Your Rental Portfolio Without Losing Track of Your Finances
Scaling a real estate portfolio can feel like a never-ending task; sometimes, the most important steps can slip through the cracks. The last thing you want is a massive bill…
Improve Your Real Estate Returns by Optimizing Your Existing Properties When Deals Are Hard To Find
Optimize your portfolio by aligning investments with your goals, boosting income, and reducing expenses when new deals are hard to find.
Calculating Return on Time Could Transform Your Entire Portfolio. Here’s How.
When you start investing in real estate, you’re often driven by the promise of financial windfalls and impressive returns. Initially, the hustle and bustle of acquiring and managing properties can…
6 Guiding Principles Real Estate Investors Should Use to Avoid Investment Fraud
One of the biggest real estate investment fraud schemes in recent history has been exposed. Wells Real Estate Investment promised investors that their money would be used to buy, renovate,…
5 Key Steps For Running a Successful Rental Business
If you're not following these five key steps, you're managing your rental business all wrong.
What It Takes for Investors to Build a Powerful Lead List and Keep Deals Flowing
This article is presented by DealMachine. Read our editorial guidelines for more information. A well-built, up-to-date lead list is an essential component of success in real estate investing. Whether you are a seasoned…
AI Tools Can Save You 10 Hours Per Week If You Use Them Right—Here’s How
Between ChatGPT, Gemini, and other new AI tools, there are now a gazillion ways to outsource and delegate monotonous duties in your business.
