4 “Yes I Can!” Strategies for Real Estate Investors With a 9-5 Job
Too many people tell me they don’t have enough time to invest in real estate—their jobs are too demanding. But we make time for the things we truly want in…
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.
Tough Local Market? 3 Reasons Investing Out of State Is NOT the Solution
“The grass is always greener on the other side,” right? But then you hop the fence, take a closer look, and discover it was an illusion. The same can be…
The No. 1 Reason New Real Estate Investors Lose Money
It's not a 100 percent sure thing, but it's very likely: as a new real estate investor, you will lose money on your first few deals. The reason is pretty…
3 Steps to Invest in Real Estate With a Lump Sum & No Prior Experience
Have some cash set aside, and want to start investing in real estate? Here's a specific blueprint for exactly how to build income with a lump sum savings.
The Top 3 People Most Likely to Rip You Off in Real Estate Investing
Investors beware: Today we’re talking about the top three people who might rip you off the most when you invest in real estate.
Short Sales: Make Money on Deals That 98% of Investors Would Pass On
Real estate investing is a competitive business. There are lots of talented people looking for the same awesome deals, because as the saying goes, you make money when you buy.…
Buy and Hold 101: How to Evaluate Investment Properties
Want to get your feet wet in the multifamily real estate business as an active investor but not sure where to start? Buying and holding an apartment is one of…
6 Actionable Steps to Land Your Very First Apartment Building Deal
Apartment building investing can definitely be intimidating—but you CAN get there if you break the process into doable steps! Here's EXACTLY how to go about it.
Why Is Getting Started in Real Estate So Hard?! (& How to Overcome 4 Common Barriers)
Getting started in real estate investing can seem so hard. This is why many put it off for such a long time despite knowing about the ways in which it…
The Magic Question That Weeds Out Shady Business Partners
This simple sentence contains a powerful question. It will help you eliminate 99.9 percent of the shady operators out there.
5 Achievable Tasks for Real Estate Newbies Feeling Lost & Overwhelmed
There is so much information out there, a whole new lingo to learn, and many options to choose from. Here are some ways to overcome these challenges.
Encroachment in Real Estate: How to Handle Property Line Disputes With Neighbors
Encroachment usually occurs over neighboring properties where property lines aren't clearly defined or visible.
THIS Is the Secret to Finding Deals in a Tech-Driven World
Investing in real estate today can be tough. You'll likely have pretty stiff competition everywhere you turn, and it always seems like someone, somehow, is finding all the best deals.…
