Ryan S.

Mobile Homes & Mobile Home Parks 6 min read

Aug 25, 2020May 03, 2021 Ryan S.

What to Look for During Your Mobile Home Inspection

Buying a used mobile home can be an intimidating task. BiggerPockets' mobile home inspection checklist ensures you won't miss any major red flags.

Landlording & Property Management 4 min read

Dec 24, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Ryan S.

10 Must-Check Items on Your Tenanted Property Walkthrough

If you own property that is being rented, you need to make sure you're checking up on it. Oftentimes tenants don't let you know about the leaky sink that could…

Landlording & Property Management 4 min read

Dec 19, 2019Mar 20, 2023 Ryan S.

Landlords: Schedule Semi-Annual Walkthroughs of Tenanted Properties—or You’ll Be Sorry

You’ve heard it before: “You need to conduct a walkthrough of your property every six months.” But how many investors actually do that? Even if you live more than 1,000…

Investing For Beginners 4 min read

Sep 17, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Ryan S.

Don’t Let Indecision and Overanalyzing Control You

Ever feel like you're holding yourself back because you're constantly in your own head? With these simple tips and tricks, you can overcome what many people call "analysis paralysis" and…

Investing For Beginners 3 min read

Jul 07, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Ryan S.

4 “Yes I Can!” Strategies for Real Estate Investors With a 9-5 Job

Too many people tell me they don’t have enough time to invest in real estate—their jobs are too demanding. But we make time for the things we truly want in…

Investing For Beginners 2 min read

Jun 03, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Ryan S.

THIS Is the Secret to Finding Deals in a Tech-Driven World

Investing in real estate today can be tough. You'll likely have pretty stiff competition everywhere you turn, and it always seems like someone, somehow, is finding all the best deals.…

Investing For Beginners 4 min read

May 15, 2019Sep 26, 2022 Ryan S.

6 Cons of Investing Near Military Bases

Some investors love to talk about how great it is to invest near military bases. But as someone with firsthand experience, it's not always what it’s chalked up to be.…

Landlording & Property Management 3 min read

May 15, 2019Oct 14, 2022 Ryan S.

Point-Counterpoint: 6 Pros of Investing Near Military Bases

Plenty of investors will tell you that investing near military bases is one of the best places to do it, while others will tell you to avoid it like the…

Investing For Beginners 4 min read

May 06, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Ryan S.

The Single Best Strategy for New Investors

There has been a lot of talk lately about which type of real estate investing strategy is best for new investors. The answer is it depends. And it depends on…

Investing For Beginners 5 min read

Apr 23, 2019Mar 16, 2021 Ryan S.

Top 5 Reasons You Should Be Starting Out in Multifamily

Starting out in small multifamily properties is the best use of your money as a new investor for a multitude of reasons. For one, it's a great way to gain experience…