10 Rules for Investing in Real Estate Without Looking Like an Idiot
Sometimes I do stupid things. I can’t blame it on anyone else… it’s just me. Sometimes I’m just an idiot. I say the wrong thing at the wrong time and…
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.
Working “On” Your Real Estate Business vs. “In” Your Real Estate Business
A few weeks ago, I attended a subgroup meeting of my Philadelphia REIA group, and there was a locally well-known, extremely successful, real estate investor in attendance. He truly is…
10 Simple Steps to Getting Started in Real Estate Investing
Anyone who has read any reasonable number of my posts will know that I’m not a huge fan of real estate training programs (paid or unpaid) for brand new investors.…
How to Use Your Tax Assessor’s Site to Research Your Potential Real Estate Deals
When a motivated seller calls me, the first thing I do is pull up a couple of online tools while I have them on the phone. I got in the…
Newbie Real Estate Investors: The Path to Success Starts HERE
In your trek to become a profitable Real Estate Investor, you will face many ups and downs. A newbie must have a strong sense of purpose and perseverance in their…
How do You Select Your Target Real Estate Market Area?
How do you select your target market area? This is a question that I am often asked within the blog comments and my goal with this post is to help…
That Terrifying Moment When Newbies Talk to A Motivated Seller
One of the scariest and most dreaded parts of this business for brand new real estate investors is taking phone calls; specifically what to say when a motivated seller calls.…
How to Invest in Real Estate While Earning Minimum Wage
The draw to the late-night infomercials, books, and DVD programs that boast a “no money down, no hassle, no experience needed” real estate transaction is for a reason; it appeals…
The First Step in Buying A Rental Property
This is a follow up to Brandon Turner’s blog article on 8 steps to buying a rental property. The first step that Brandon mentioned is that when you’re going to…
Passive Real Estate Investments vs REITs
Why screen private real estate investments and deal with sponsors and the paperwork (subscription agreement, operating agreements, etc.) required to invest passively in real estate when you simply buy the…
2 Entity Structures That Are Not Wise for Real Estate
Americans, unfortunately, face a high likelihood that they will be sued at least once in their lifetime. If you are a real estate investor you have an even greater chance.…
10 Ways to Look for Investment Properties
When it comes to investing in real estate, it’s easy enough to define your budget and set your criteria for the type of property you’d like to buy. Finding and…
Real Estate Investment Advice From Warren Buffett
If you’ve ever longed for real estate investing advice from the “Oracle of Omaha,” your wait is over. In his latest shareholder letter (released March 1st, 2014), Warren Buffett shares…
