Investing v. Working: Which Real Estate Strategy Requires the Least Amount of Effort?
You say you are investing in real estate, but I’d bet on the fact that you are actually working in real estate. In fact, most people who think they are…
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.
The Investor’s Complete Guide to Filling Out a Successful Loan Application
One of the things I get asked often as a loan officer is exactly what it is that a borrower needs to do in order to be prepared to apply…
Real Estate Negotiating 101: How to Talk Your Way to a Deal Fearlessly
Back when I was in college, I had a class on negotiations, and one of the main projects was called “collecting no’s.” Basically, we had to get rejected 10 times. Each request…
6 Steps to Structuring a Solid Real Estate Deal With Investors
Real estate can have a high barrier of entry because most deals require a lot of capital. This is a good thing for people who have cash because it reduces…
How to Use a Margin of Safety to Avoid Financial Disaster (The Buffett Series)
We real estate investors love to focus on profits, cash flow and big checks. But if you want to be more than a one-hit wonder, you should follow the advice…
Why You Absolutely Should NOT Settle for a Job You Don’t Love
I have seen a few different view points on the question of whether you should do what you love or choose a career that pays well, even if you hate…
The Beginner’s Guide to Highly Effective Real Estate Networking
The term “networking” can be defined in many ways, but I believe Dr. Wayne Baker’s definition gets to the core of the word best: “The ability to relate well with others is…
10 Surefire Ways to FAIL as a Beginner Real Estate Investor
Many people tried to get in on real estate investing during the economic downturn. And if you had the money or had sparkling enough credit to get a coveted loan,…
8 Crucial Points to Consider BEFORE Quitting Your Job to Invest Full Time
“You want to leave your job and do what??!!” This was the initial comment family and friends said to us when we shared that we wanted to quit our jobs…
How to Build a Real Estate Empire From the Ground Up
Real estate is a great business, not just because it can create enough income to allow people to quit their job or retire early, but because it can make you…
How to Talk to Motivated Sellers With Confidence
I get questions all the time about how to talk to motivated sellers. They ask things like… What do I say when they call? What if they yell at me?…
The Ultimate Guide to Growing Your Business with BiggerPockets Keyword Alerts
Have you ever missed out on an important event because someone forgot to tell you about it? It sucks. Sure, when it’s dirty Uncle Harry’s birthday party, it’s not such a…
The 10 Best Real Estate Investments for Smart Real Estate Investors
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