I could honestly care less if I look like an amateur to the seller at closing, mostly because I am when it comes to the experience, I'm not afraid to stumble into an unknown situation especially if I have the knowledge to keep me from falling .   

The checks just don't come in the mail.I used to characterize these properties as a graveyard for amateur investors. 

Im an amateur, Does this make sense as a decent deal?

Over the long run, a DIY project done by an amateur is more expensive than a work done right by the right people.

And you have an amateur landlord.

This is of course an amateur move and is an unfortunate ugly spot on the concept.

I’m completely ignorant when it comes to real estate. Meaning I haven’t even gotten to the pool to get my feet wet, hope I got some laughs, however I know for certain that I want to change my life and get into real es...

So I bought a 4 unit in what i would consider a B class neighborhood. The units have badly installed cheap damaged linoleum floors. I'm looking to upgrade to a flooring option that will look nice, hold up over time, b...

I think it simply flashes a red sign over your name that blinks over and over again, "AMATEUR!" 

post.But of course, we can't stop the amateur economists here on BP in showing us their "crystal ball" isn't it?