Internal Rate of Return (IRR): How to Calculate & Formula
If you haven’t been calculating the internal rate of return (IRR) for your real estate investments, it’s time to start.
Investing For Beginners
Are you just getting started on your real estate investing journey? This section of the BiggerPockets Blog might be just the thing you are looking for then. We have hundreds of articles designed to help newer investors launch their investing careers into orbit. If you are ready to introduce yourself to the world of real estate then check out the articles below, containing information on everything from saving up for your first purchase, finding the right agent, to screening your first tenants. If you are new to real estate investing, then these articles, written by seasoned investors with decades of experience, are just the thing you need! Oh, and for more discussions and introductions from other investors that are starting out, it might be a great idea to engage in our Starting Out Forum. This is a welcoming place where new investors can learn and formulate strategy while receiving feedback from seasoned investors and each other.
Investors: Memorize These 11 Real Estate Metrics Now
Despite what many of us math-allergic folk would prefer, real estate does involve some math. Luckily, most of the formulas are simple and straight-forward.
The First Time I Was (Knowingly) Ripped Off By a Contractor
I got ripped off by a contractor I'd used before, proving that one positive interaction doesn't always indicate a bright future.
3 Things All Rookie Investors Need Before Diving Into Real Estate
What does a newbie need before buying real estate investments? Let's explore some of the preliminary items all rookies should seek out before diving in.
3 Indicators of Strong Real Estate Markets in Today’s Economy
Even during these unprecedented times, there are strong real estate markets. Here's how to identify the fundamentals of a growing metro area.
Newbies: Make TODAY the Day You Start Taking Action—Here’s Your Motivation
Make today the day you remember for years to come. Here's why you should take that first step towards realizing your real estate dreams, starting NOW.
5 Ways to Finance Your Real Estate Investments
New to real estate and not sure where you will get financing for your project? Let’s break down your options for lending.
3 Reasons You Absolutely Need to Understand Cap Rate
Confused when it comes to cap rates? You're not alone. But understanding this calculation is key for real estate investors. Here's why.
How to Start Investing in Real Estate With Only $20,000
If you have $20,000, where should you start looking for a deal? Get one investor's take on the best way to get in the game with little working capital.
Here’s What It Takes to Commit to Real Estate Investing
If you want to succeed at real estate investing, you can't sit back and wait for things to happen. You have to create opportunities.
The Best Real Estate Websites to Search for a Home Online (Plus, Tips to Drastically Improve Search Results!)
Find your next home with a few clicks of the mouse. Learn which real estate websites are best and how to narrow your search results to suit your needs.
How to Choose a Real Estate Agent When Purchasing Out of State
When investing in property far from home, you're going to need help from individuals located nearby—namely a real estate agent familiar with the area.
4 Steps to Get Started in Real Estate Investing
This post is going to be simple and to the point. These are the first four steps a new investor should do when they’re getting into real estate, based on…
