Buying? Selling? New to the Business? Why You Need a Lawyer Now
There is a popular misconception that you only need to call a lawyer when something has gone wrong. This simply isn’t true—at least not in the world of real estate.…
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.
Hesitant to Invest? Hack Your Way Out of Analysis Paralysis
It's easy to get caught up in the "what ifs" when it comes to real estate. It's a healthy mindset to have. There are a lot of considerations. But if…
Do You Really Need a Mentor to Get Started in Real Estate?
Everyone talks about the importance of having a mentor when you're just beginning to invest in real estate. But is it truly vital to have a mentor in your life?…
Looking to Invest in a New City or State? Consider This First
It’s a huge advantage for an investor to be able to buy across different markets. Multiple markets open up additional purchasing opportunities, rather than introducing limitations. It gives you the…
Insurance or Asset Protection: Which is Best for Investors?
Deciding between insurance or asset protection shouldn't be an either/or scenario. Both play important roles in protecting any real estate investor from losses and lawsuits. Learn the benefits of reinforcing…
5 Easy Ways to Save Up for a Down Payment
Real estate investing isn’t something reserved for the wealthy. With a small down payment, anyone can dip their toes into the water and enjoy the perks of owning income-producing property.…
Home Staging: Tips & Tricks for a Faster, Most Profitable Sale
Home staging presents your property to a prospective buyer in an impactful way. It gets them to envision themselves already living there and entices them to feel like, “Yeah, this…
4 Simple Steps to Assess Reality & Make an Offer in a Seller’s Market
Is the current climate of the real estate market preventing you from making an offer? Many new investors are frustrated, complaining it's tough to find listings that meet their investment…
Warren Buffett’s Advice to Real Estate Investors: “Stop Skinny Dipping!”
Have you ever met someone famous? After the initial awe wore off, were you disappointed? Most people are. I was! I once ran into a famous multifamily real estate investor,…
There’s a 90% Chance You Have the Wrong Insurance Policy
I have a long track record of advising real estate investors on insurance options. Something I have discovered throughout this journey may shock you. Only around one in 10 investors—no…
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Doing Due Diligence on a 74-Unit Apartment Complex [Real-Life Example!]
In my "Ultimate Guide to Due Diligence," I wrote in depth about this critically important element of real estate investing. To provide further insight, I’m going to walk you through…
Investing in Opportunity (Zones): A Tax-Saving Strategy
One of the least publicized—yet most powerful—tax benefits that came out of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 was the Opportunity Zones program. Investing in Qualified Opportunity Zones…
A Whole New Way to Look at Leverage
Listen up, buy and hold investors and math geeks. This one's for you. How well do you understand leverage? For those only somewhat familiar, there's a super cool finance concept…
