In many parts of the U.S., rents and housing prices are out of reach for the typical family. Alleviating this pressure will be critical to the future growth of our cities and economy. But more often than not, the way in which we wax intellectual about this issue is misguided. Here’s what actually...

Let me state the obvious: It’s a problem how women are under-represented in real estate. In this article I explain the four reasons why—and what we can do to change that.

The demographic of American renters has shifted, and probably not how you’d expect. Here are some of the surprising changes, and what it means for real estate investors.

Denver was recently the first city to decriminalize psilocybin (aka “magic”) mushrooms. Will mushrooms follow a similar legalization path as marijuana? And if so, what are the implications legalized mushrooms would have on Denver real estate?

Today, digitally-managed portfolios make it easier to get involved in the housing market and through other investment opportunities, such as real estate investment trusts, exchange-traded funds, and more. This focus on accessibility is broadly appealing—but especially to a particular generation.

Any investing decision you make should be backed by solid education. Why? Because investing in a declining market can pose major risks to an investment, much more than in a growth market.

At the BiggerPockets Conference 2019, the camaraderie was great and the Gaylord Opryland Resort was unlike any other, but the education and the speakers really made it worth my while to make the trip to Nashville. If you were not there, you’re probably wondering what all the buzz was about? Here’...

Sure, real estate is currently pricy in Denver. But also, the weather is great, people are attractive and nice, there’s tons of indoor entertainment and outdoor recreation, beer is a food group, and there’s legal marijuana. For those reasons—and several more I explain here—it’s still totally wort...

With interest rates taking a surprising downward turn in mid-2019, suddenly many loans originated as recently as 2018 now qualify as candidates to refinance. But does that mean you should, just because you’re eligible? Here are the reasons both to consider refinancing and to leave your mortgage a...

Let’s discuss the different aspects involved with real estate markets and address how each may be impacted by an economic downturn—plus possible ways real estate investors can mitigate the damage of a crash.

When it comes to real estate investing, many people think the most important thing is location, location, location, but I think it’s more about timing. By this, I don’t just mean buying low and selling high. It’s about setting yourself up during an up market to not only survive, but also to succe...

Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont has proposed placing “a 25 percent house flipping tax on speculators who sell a non-owner-occupied property, if sold for more than it was purchased within five years of purchase.” This is a bad idea for a myriad of reasons. Here’s why.