The BiggerPockets Investor’s Values: Landlord/Tenant Relationships
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30-Something Earns 6x His Former Salary With Just a Few Rentals
If you are like me, the ability to leave your day job and live life on your own terms is always a foremost thought. For many, it is the key…
Is Airbnb Really Ruining Rental Markets?
There's been a lot of talk that Airbnb is ruining rental markets. Is it true? Is regulation the answer? Here I dive into the sharing economy of housing and consider…
The Interesting Influence Same-Sex Couples Have on Home Values (& How It Impacts Investors)
The idea has existed for quite some time that when gay people (and more specifically, gay men) seek out a neighborhood, the real estate prices increase. So, is this urban…
Should You Wait for the Next Market Crash to Invest in Real Estate?
The real estate market is hot right now. It’s crazy competitive, hard to find good deals, and sellers often receive multiple offers. This has many would-be investors thinking, “I’ll just wait…
The 10 Best Places to Buy a Beach House in 2019
Tourists are sure to flock to the coasts in search of sun and sand this summer. Considering investing in a beach house? There are many great beach towns to choose…
Rental Owners Everywhere Should Be Concerned About California’s Push for Rent Control—Here’s Why
It’s not just the weather that travels from west to east across the continental United States. Everything from Tony Hawk’s skateboarding to the humble Cobb salad got its start in…
This Couple Raised $10M in One Week. Here’s How (& Why) They Did It
One of the most popular investing topics is how to raise money. Everyone wants to know how to do it. Until recently, the very best real estate deals were limited…
The 6 Best U.S. Markets for Rental Arbitrage (i.e. Passive Income Without Home Ownership!)
Can you enter the rental market without owning? It’s possible with rental arbitrage—renting a property long-term and then re-renting it on a short-term basis on vacation rental platforms. Profit potential…
How I Paid Off $85,000 in 16 Months
On New Year’s Day, I made a goal: I would pay off $85,000 of student loan debt in two years. Obviously, that's an ambitious goal, and I didn't know how…
The Best Place to Find Real Estate Deals? Real Estate Marketplace Changes You Need to Know
We’ve made big changes to the Marketplace—specifically, creating a new Real Estate Marketplace separate from the original! Don’t worry, if you need to advertise your business, the original Marketplace still…
Should Homeowners Insurance Cover Cyber Fraud?
Americans access the internet daily for work and recreation. It has a range of applications, assisting with communication, management, acquisition of information, and so on. Its convenience is incredible—but comes…
How I Went From Paying $2,700 Monthly Rent to Turning a $3,200 Monthly Profit
My company buys and sells 5-10 homes monthly. We typically create 3 paydays per deal and don't use our own cash. But recently, we took a chance and did something…
