The No. 1 Thing to Know Before You Invest in Real Estate
What's the most important thing you need to know about real estate investing before jumping in? Hint: It has nothing to do with numbers.
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.
How to Network Like a Pro on BiggerPockets
In this article, you'll learn five quick tips for networking on BiggerPockets to unlock all the potential connections you can make.
Caution: Your Debt-to-Income Ratio Can Make or Break Your Investing Career
How does your debt-to-income ratio affect your chances of getting a loan? Find out how in this article, as well as how to get your DTI in a good place.
The Gender & Racial Wealth Gaps Are Real—Here’s How We Do Something About It
The discrepancy in net worth by gender, race, and generation is staggering. To see drastic change, we need to take massive action. Here's where to start.
Subdividing Land: What Real Estate Investors Should Know
Subdividing land can be a detailed process, with lots of hoops to jump through and fees to pay—but it can also be very profitable. Get the basics here!
How to Invest in Real Estate With Only $1,000
Investing in real estate with low or no money down... Is it just a myth or can it really be done? There are in fact creative techniques you can use…
Buying Foreclosures at Auction: How to Avoid Overpaying
Overpaying for property is one of the biggest risks of buying foreclosures at auction. It’s also one of the most common mistakes made by new investors. That’s why it’s important…
Will Becoming a Real Estate Agent Make You a Better Investor?
If I could turn back time, I wouldn’t change anything about going through the whole course, sitting in for the exam, and getting my license. In fact, I think I…
5 All-Too-Common Rental Property Emergencies (Plus, How to Prepare for & Prevent Them)
Despite keeping your investment property in tip-top condition, crises can occur at any moment. What's worse is emergency scenarios have a way of creating substantial setbacks in terms of both…
From Sleeping in a Car to Millionaire Real Estate Investor—Here’s How I Made It Happen
Everyone has their own journey when investing in real estate. Here's how I went from sleeping in my car to having over $1 million in real estate investments, with some…
3 Unconventional Tips for Analyzing New Real Estate Markets
In order to evaluate a real estate market, much advice suggests looking at the same metrics: population growth, household income growth, employment growth, and so on. Instead, let's discuss a…
The No. 1 Skill Most New Investors Lack (But Should Absolutely Learn)
When just starting out, many new real estate investors are intimidated by data. But the math and data side of real estate investing is—by far—the easiest part to learn. Simple…
Quit Your Day Job and Find Financial Freedom: Here’s How to Become a Real Estate Investor (Full-Time!)
Do you want to become a real estate investor full-time? Follow our guide to finding financial freedom through real estate by quitting your day job and developing a thorough business…
