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Free Real Estate Investing Resources

Ready to take the next step in your journey to financial freedom? Start exploring our resources today and unlock the powerful potential of real estate investing! Below, you can explore our comprehensive resource library tailored to all levels of investors.

If you have a question, join our community of investors on the BiggerPockets forums. There, you can ask questions, share your experiences, and connect with others who love real estate.

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2025 State of Real Estate Investing Report

It's here! Download the 2025 State of Real Estate Investing report written by Dave Meyer, to review what happened in the market in 2024 and what strategies will win in 2025.


Real Estate Investing for Beginners

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Residential Move-In/Out Inspection Sheet

Author: Ashley Kehr

Use this form to document the condition of your rental property when a resident moves in. This document will also be of use when that tenant moves out, as you can review the condition of the property and any damage that has occurred since. This will be useful for determining if the security deposit should be refunded.

Cost Segregation 101

Author: Sean Graham

Learn the ins and outs of the Cost Segregation strategy from Maven Cost Segregation Tax Advisor, Sean Graham. Understand how to accelerate your depreciation and take advantage of cost-saving tax advice.

Estimating Rehab Material Costs

Author: Ashley Kehr

Take Control of Your Rehab Budget with This Essential Spreadsheet. Streamline your property rehab process with this easy-to-use Material Cost Estimator Spreadsheet!

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this tool helps you:

-Accurately estimate material costs for your investment property projects.
-Customize the template with materials and finishes you prefer to use.
-Stay organized and ensure no detail gets overlooked during your rehab.

This spreadsheet is a practical guide designed to save you time, keep you on budget, and give you a clear picture of your project's financials. Download now and start taking the guesswork out of your next rehab!


Housing Market Data

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2025 State of Real Estate Investing Report

Author: Dave Meyer

Download the 2025 State of Real Estate Investing report written by Dave Meyer, to review what happened in the market in 2024 and what strategies will win in 2025.

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Top Investment Housing Markets for 2025

Author: Austin Wolff

Ready to uncover the most promising real estate markets? Austin Wolff’s comprehensive dataset delivers actionable insights to help you make smarter investment decisions.

Q1 2023 State of Real Estate Investing Report

Author: Dave Meyer

Learn how about Q1 statistics and how to find success for the rest of 2023 with insights from Dave Meyer.


Finding & Analyzing Properties

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BiggerPockets Deal Finder Walkthrough

Featuring: Austin Wolff

Learn how to use the BiggerPockets Deal Finder with a video walkthrough from Austin Wolff. Find your first or next deal today!

BiggerPockets Rental Calculator Walkthrough

Featuring: Austin Wolff

Do you need to calculate the potential return of an investment property? In this video, Austin Wolff will walk you through how to use the BiggerPockets Rental Calculator to determine the viability of your investment.

Finding a Market

Author: Ashley Kehr

There are so many markets to choose from to start your investing journey. This downloadable breaks down the questions you should be asking yourself to decide on a market. Once you narrowed down your market selection to a few cities you can use the Market Analysis template to compare each market.

Analyzing a Market

Author: Ashley Kehr

There is a lot of data to look at when analyzing a market. This worksheet gives you a list of criteria that you should be using to choose your next investing market. Once you input the data for each criteria you can compare each market to select the market that best fits your investing goals!


Real Estate Investment Strategies

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Real Estate Taxes & Financing

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Tips to Audit Proof Your Tax Returns

Author: Amanda Han

Minimize your tax audit risk and protect yourself in the case of an audit with these helpful tips and best practices for this tax season from the tax experts at Keystone CPA.

Cost Segregation 101

Author: Sean Graham

Learn the ins and outs of the Cost Segregation strategy from Maven Cost Segregation Tax Advisor, Sean Graham. Understand how to accelerate your depreciation and take advantage of cost-saving tax advice.

What Mortgage is Best for Me Worksheet

Author: Dave Meyer

Download our worksheet to learn how different mortgage rates impact your deal and discover which loan products make the most sense for your unique position.


Property Management & Landlords

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Residential Move-In/Out Inspection Sheet

Author: Ashley Kehr

Use this form to document the condition of your rental property when a resident moves in. This document will also be of use when that tenant moves out, as you can review the condition of the property and any damage that has occurred since. This will be useful for determining if the security deposit should be refunded.

Things You Need as a DIY Landlord

Author: Ashley Kehr

Decided to self-manage your rental properties? Good choice! But if you’re going to become a DIY landlord, you must have these self-managing tools that’ll save you a ton of headaches and some money down the line.

Seasonal Property Maintenance Checklist

Emergency Preparedness and Preventive Care

##Proactive Maintenance Strategy##
This comprehensive maintenance guide helps property managers and landlords stay ahead of seasonal emergencies through strategic planning and timely intervention. By following this checklist, property managers can prevent costly emergency repairs and maintain high tenant satisfaction rates throughout the year. The guide emphasizes the importance of seasonal timing for critical maintenance tasks, ensuring optimal property performance in varying weather conditions.

##Essential Seasonal Tasks##
From spring HVAC system inspections and landscape management to winter freeze protection protocols, each season presents unique maintenance challenges and opportunities. The document provides detailed checklists for pest prevention, appliance care, exterior maintenance, and safety inspections. Special attention is given to timing-sensitive tasks that, when properly executed, prevent emergency situations and reduce maintenance costs.

Comprehensive Rental Application Package

This professional rental application form helps property owners make informed decisions about potential tenants while remaining compliant with fair housing laws. Designed by experienced property managers, this document streamlines the tenant screening process and protects your investment.


Financial Freedom & Wealth Planning

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Financial Independence Calculator

Author: Dave Meyer

This calculator allows you to input your own financial details and make assumptions about your portfolio to estimate how long it will take you to reach financial independence.

American Homeowners Should Keep, Not Sell, Their Homes

The high-interest rate environment has changed the rules, and every homeowner should run the math before making a sell or keep decision.

Sell Your Home or Keep It As a Rental: “Average Joe” Analysis

A companion spreadsheet to "Americans Should Keep, Not Sell, Their Homes" downloadable—run your own numbers to make personal decision!

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Building Your Pillars of Wealth Worksheet

Bonus resource from Pillars of Wealth by David Greene
Author: David Greene

The Building Your Pillars of Wealth Worksheet is an interactive exercise on building a bulletproof wealth plan used by self-made millionaires!


BiggerPockets Pro-Exclusive Content

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Top Investment Housing Markets for 2025

Author: Austin Wolff

Ready to uncover the most promising real estate markets? Austin Wolff’s comprehensive dataset delivers actionable insights to help you make smarter investment decisions.

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Flipping Deal Analyzer

Author: Leka Devatha

Featured in Leka's BPCON24 Flipping Workshop, this spreadsheet will help you determine your costs and profit to ensure you make the best offers on potential flip properties.

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Market Intelligence | The Labor Market’s Influence on Real Estate

Featuring: Dave Meyer

Dave Meyer digs into how the labor market can impact real estate demand, prices, and investments.

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Short-Term Rental Calculator

A short-term rental analysis calculator that allows the user to see potential revenue and expenses while operating. Determine your potential income based on the occupancy rate, average daily rate, and expenses associated with the property. Key details such as mortgage costs, utilities, software, supplies, and more are broken down to simulate the real costs of a STR investment.


BiggerPockets Site Resources

BiggerPockets Deal Finder Walkthrough

Featuring: Austin Wolff

Learn how to use the BiggerPockets Deal Finder with a video walkthrough from Austin Wolff. Find your first or next deal today!

BiggerPockets Mastermind Groups

Want to join a BP Mastermind Group? Keep an eye out for opportunities, like the Momentum 2025 Summit or the Intention Journal masterminds!

BiggerPockets Rental Calculator Walkthrough

Featuring: Austin Wolff

Do you need to calculate the potential return of an investment property? In this video, Austin Wolff will walk you through how to use the BiggerPockets Rental Calculator to determine the viability of your investment.