7 Common Questions New Real Estate Investors Ask and the Answers to Them
Real estate can be one of the most profitable investments, but it’s also one of the most costly and complicated. Not only is a lot of money involved, but real…
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.
Why Now Is The Best Time For House Hacking
If you haven’t noticed, real estate is the most expensive it’s ever been. For newcomers and experienced investors, it’s been a lot harder to find good deals at affordable prices.…
With High Inflation, Should You Consider Passive Real Estate Investing Over Stocks and Bonds?
A few decades ago, Treasury bonds paid over 15% interest. Today, you’re lucky if you can get 2-3%. Yet bonds remain a core tenet of retirement planning orthodoxy. Try telling an investment…
How To Invest In Real Estate Before Turning 21
Pretty much all current real estate investors wish they started earlier. But young people often don't think it's possible. Can you really buy an investment property before turning 21? Yes!…
Focus on Smart Investing During a Gold Rush
If you haven’t noticed, we’re in the midst of a modern gold rush. Many who never invested in real estate are now in it full-time. But there are dark clouds…
Mystery Solved: Why Cap Rates for Some Value-Add Deals Are Lower Than Stabilized Deals
similar stabilized deals. With the help of my friend and fellow BP author, Brian Burke, I’ll try to solve this mystery in this post.
Is a BRRRR Right for You? Let’s Talk About the Pros and Cons
The BRRRR method may be a great option for new investors.
Flipping Face-Off: Is It Really Better Than Renting Out Properties?
A wonderful thing about real estate investing is that there are so many different ways to make money, whether it be with commercial or residential properties. Flipping versus renting can…
How to Evaluate BRRRR Risks and Rewards
BRRRR is an excellent investment method for the right person, but there are risks. Here are the risks you need to be aware of before attempting the BRRRR method of…
Socially Conscious Investing: How to Start a Sober Living Home
Who says you can’t manage rental properties and do some more socially conscious investing at the same time?
Can You Build Wealth by Rezoning Your Property? Yes! Here’s How
Property rezoning can be a lucrative opportunity for landowners to convert their property, but there are many considerations and a whole property rezoning process to go through to get it…
Hack House Hacking By Renting Out Rooms on Airbnb
Want to dip your toes into the house hacking waters? With Airbnb, you often rent out one or two rooms of your home—and the guests pay you to stay there.
Know Your Risks Before You Grow: Here’s What to Expect in Multifamily
Any real estate investment is a gamble. Adding the extra concerns with multifamily risk only makes things that much more stressful. But being educated about all of these topics makes…
