To be honest, when I first came on to BP I was scouring the internet to get a sense of the market in southern California, having just relocated from a city where we'd lived for most of our lives. It was a huge adjustment, and BP was the "friend" that I found in the new location that could help me get a grasp on the new area and new real estate market. When I first became a member I wasn't looking at it as a way to make "me" money, but to familiarize myself with the new area. BP made a huge difference, and gave me back my confidence.
I quickly realized with my 30+ years experience as an agent, builder/developer, that I could help out others too. I became addicted!
Though I haven't actually made money (yet) directly from BP, we are working on a deal with another BP member. I've also been contacted by others with large sums of cash wanting to invest, but, not wanting to get ahead of myself, had to pass.
I've had many offers to blog for others, be interviewed for newspapers, do webinars, radio spots, and speak at events, etc. I've had calls from members all over the planet wanting info on development, and real estate.
Thanks to all the hard work that @Joshua D. has done over the years building this incredible site, there's been countless numbers of people that have been lifted up, profited, and educated. I cannot imagine the time he's sacrificed to build this site, and how much it has grown just since I've been here. I cannot wait to see where this progresses. I have no doubt that in the real estate investment space, BP will rival Facebook! Congrats Joshua!