![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3173281/small_1737585503-avatar-johnl1520.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
31 January 2025 | 24 replies
I know that's what you started this thread for.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2789342/small_1737332714-avatar-wesm64.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
11 February 2025 | 1 reply
I'd be happy to give you some insight on the market here and get you some good contacts out here to start building a team.
7 February 2025 | 5 replies
There are a handful of active agents here on BP in the Portland area (including my business partner and I) who would be good places to start.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3180964/small_1739055741-avatar-bilc1.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
10 February 2025 | 4 replies
Do you already own any properties, or are you just getting started and looking to purchase your first one?
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3173757/small_1737681886-avatar-bobj222.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
25 January 2025 | 6 replies
Depending on your finances you don't necessarily need to start with a duplex, but I wouldn't go any more than 4 unit if you're going residential.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3162042/small_1735446539-avatar-mitchelj3.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
3 February 2025 | 5 replies
Starting with house hacking is a smart move, especially in a higher-cost area.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3158267/small_1734462112-avatar-abbyb44.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
30 December 2024 | 5 replies
Starting a property management company with my brother and my dad was a mix of teamwork, trust, and family dinners doubling as business meetings.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3167980/small_1737421532-avatar-omar_santander.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
25 January 2025 | 10 replies
Consider starting small with house hacking a duplex or triplex, and use tools like the BiggerPockets Rental Property Calculator to analyze deals.Good luck!
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3180299/small_1738900456-avatar-carlislemichael.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
11 February 2025 | 2 replies
I started investing real estate in 2022, and own a couple of doors in South Jersey.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3180960/small_1739055503-avatar-mikeyb15.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
10 February 2025 | 4 replies
Is it a bad idea to start investing if I don't live in the country.