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Seeing Greene: Getting Into Your First Property is Cheaper Than You Think

You’ve been lied to about affordable housing. Most people will either tell you it’s impossible to buy an affordable home or that those buying affordable homes are outright stupid. The…

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Posted 4 days ago The BiggerPockets Podcast

Retirement Accounts Collecting Dust? Use Them to Buy Real Estate!

Did you know you can invest in real estate using funds you’ve probably forgotten about? For years, you’ve been socking away money into your IRA or 401(k) to ensure an…

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May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 The BiggerPockets Podcast

The Beginner’s Guide to “Infinite Investing” with the BRRRR Method

The BRRRR method allows you to buy rental properties faster, smarter, and with far less cash than ever before. It’s one of the most popular real estate investing strategies around,…

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May 21, 2023May 20, 2023 The BiggerPockets Podcast

Seeing Greene: Do This BEFORE You Leave Your 9-5 Behind

Want to go full-time into real estate investing? In only a few short years, you’ll be able to make millions of dollars, own a mansion on the beach, and ride…

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May 18, 2023May 18, 2023 The BiggerPockets Podcast

Multifamily Market Update + What a 20 Year Veteran Knows That You Don’t

The multifamily market is about to buckle. With sellers still riding the highs of 2022, buyers are at a crossroads; keep pursuing deals or wait for the market to go…

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May 16, 2023May 16, 2023 The BiggerPockets Podcast

Explosive Growth Could Be in Store for These Two Real Estate Markets

Two real estate markets still look like they’ve got room to grow in 2023, even as home prices face downward pressure for high mortgage rates and days on market begin…

Buying & Selling Houses 9 min read

Mar 10, 2023Apr 03, 2023 Scott Gibson

Should You Sell Your House Without A Realtor?

Selling your house without a Realtor may not be as complicated as you think. Although more work is involved, selling without the help of a real estate agent could be…

Buying & Selling Houses 7 min read

Feb 22, 2023Mar 16, 2023 Scott Gibson

The Ultimate Guide To Buying A Second Home

There are plenty of reasons to want a second home. Whether you’re making the leap into real estate investing and need a property that can cash flow each month or…

Buying & Selling Houses 3 min read

Aug 25, 2022Mar 17, 2023 Alex Olson

Maximize Your Tax Savings With These 3 Alternatives To Selling Your Investment Property

Every investor asks at some point: “should I sell my investment property?” Whether preparing for retirement or considering cashing in on a hot seller’s market before it turns cold, you…

Buying & Selling Houses 4 min read

Oct 27, 2021Oct 22, 2021 Paul Moore

Why Are Institutional Investors Flocking to Mobile Home Parks?

The data is in about why institutional investors have been purchasing mobile home parks. And it’s quite surprising. Sam Zell, one of America’s most successful real estate investors, was right.…

BiggerPockets Daily 4 min read

Oct 25, 2021Mar 22, 2023 Dave Meyer

It’s Not Too Late to Join the Short-Term Rental Investing Game

It’s never been a better time to be a short-term rental investor. Short-term rental investing, otherwise known as Airbnb or VRBO hosting, has been one of the hottest strategies for…

BiggerPockets Daily 8 min read

Oct 25, 2021Mar 22, 2023 Anson Young

Building Rapport and Negotiating with Sellers for a Great Deal

This is an excerpt from Finding & Funding Great Deals by Anson Young. So you’ve created a deal-getting plan and perhaps even come up with a direct mail marketing…

Turnkey Real Estate Investing 3 min read

Oct 06, 2022May 12, 2023 Nathan Miller

Should You Invest In Turnkey Properties Or Fixer-Uppers? Here’s The Pros And Cons Of Each

The ability to quickly analyze a property and determine if it will be a good investment takes practice and depends on factors like your financial position and real estate investing…

Flipping Houses 7 min read

Aug 11, 2021Mar 27, 2023 Engelo Rumora

Distressed Properties: High Risk, High Reward—And Right for You?

Are you looking to save some money? Do you need a property and don’t mind doing some repairs to get you started? Do you want to start investing in property?…

Flipping Houses 5 min read

Aug 02, 2021Mar 27, 2023 Alexander Felice

Ready for Rehab? Don’t Make This All-Too-Common Mistake

The desire to over-improve a rental property is probably most common among new investors. It’s just easy to get excited! However, to maximize your profits, you want to avoid over-improving…

Flipping Houses 1 min read

Jul 16, 2021Nov 11, 2022 Dave Meyer

How Are Flippers Faring In Today’s Hot Market?

Recent data from ATTOM shows that the current housing market is hampering house flipping. Here’s how.

Flipping Houses 8 min read

Jun 10, 2021Mar 29, 2023 Mindy Jensen

Is a Live In Flip Right for You? Here’s How to Tell

Even with all the help in the world, things may not work out, and you have to know what’s best for you. Flips are commitments that last at least a…

Real Estate Business 7 min read

May 11, 2021Mar 29, 2023 Brandon Turner

Struggling to Find a Stellar Contractor? Try These 9 Pro Tips

You don’t have to settle for a contractor that doesn’t fit your needs. Given some time and research, you can easily find a contractor that can get the job done…

Landlording & Rental Properties 6 min read

May 05, 2023May 19, 2023 Kaycee Jackson

10 Landlord-Tenant Laws Every Landlord Should Know

Landlord-tenant laws can be complicated and have a lot of grey areas. This article lists out 10 critical laws you must know before renting out property.

Landlording & Rental Properties 4 min read

Mar 25, 2023Apr 22, 2023 Anthony Greer

Why You Should Use Rent Receipts As A Landlord

Any tax person will tell you that you should save a receipt for every business-related purchase, no matter how small. Even so, many landlords are not keeping a paper trail…

Landlording & Rental Properties 10 min read

Mar 24, 2023Apr 17, 2023 Scott Gibson

What If A Tenant Doesn’t Move Out In Time?

It’s a nightmare scenario for any landlord. The lease expires, and your tenant doesn’t move out on time. You are then faced with the complicated decision of legally removing the…

Landlording & Rental Properties 4 min read

Mar 16, 2023Apr 16, 2023 Anthony Greer

What Is A Rent Ledger And Why Do You Need One?

Managing rental properties is a complex task, especially when it comes to keeping track of which tenants are paying on time and who has outstanding balances. If you’re not maintaining…

Landlording & Rental Properties 6 min read

Mar 04, 2023Apr 03, 2023 Anthony Greer

What Is Rent Guarantee Insurance—Do Investors Need It?

Rental properties are a fantastic source of income as long as your tenants pay rent. Unfortunately, even the strictest tenant screenings are imperfect, and even the most responsible renters can…

Landlording & Rental Properties 8 min read

Feb 08, 2023Mar 03, 2023 Scott Gibson

What Is A Late Rent Notice And How To Write One

Writing a late rent notice is an unavoidable part of being a landlord. The notice of a late rent payment has three purposes. First, it reminds the tenant to pay…

Mobile Home Investing 4 min read

Feb 21, 2023Mar 10, 2023 Nathan Miller

Should You Add Manufactured Homes To Your Portfolio?

The popularity of manufactured (mobile) homes has been on the rise over the past several years, spurred partly by highly competitive traditional housing markets, overall interest in smaller homes, and the search for more…

Buying & Selling Houses 4 min read

Oct 27, 2021Oct 22, 2021 Paul Moore

Why Are Institutional Investors Flocking to Mobile Home Parks?

The data is in about why institutional investors have been purchasing mobile home parks. And it’s quite surprising. Sam Zell, one of America’s most successful real estate investors, was right.…

Mobile Home Investing 6 min read

Sep 09, 2021Mar 23, 2023 Paul Moore

Don’t Miss Out on Mobile Home Opportunity—Here’s How to Find Deals

Mobile home park operators should keep in mind that one of the best ways to earn more income is increasing occupancy and adding more mobile homes to your park. Key…