![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2127841/small_1694897712-avatar-lawrencek31.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
27 October 2021 | 35 replies
It’s an investment upfront, but it’ll teach you skills that are invaluable and allow you to network with like minded individuals and people who are doing exactly what you want to do.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2279858/small_1694917362-avatar-troys172.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
14 October 2021 | 6 replies
Networking here can be helped by some tools under the network tab above.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2272919/small_1634172647-avatar-benjaminh217.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
7 November 2021 | 15 replies
Starting with a plan and understanding the ins and outs of the tools you have at your disposal (I.e. the VA Loan) is also critical.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2130393/small_1626088427-avatar-phatd3.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
14 October 2021 | 7 replies
You might spend $20k on a garage that might get you $50-75 more rents and add $8k in value to the home.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2273291/small_1633537831-avatar-davidk951.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
19 October 2021 | 8 replies
Second best would be to use BP's search tool.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2215978/small_1628112596-avatar-tyrusc2.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
10 December 2021 | 18 replies
This is a great place to learn and network.The site has quite a few tools that can be helpful for new members.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2246237/small_1634352162-avatar-scottb677.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
20 October 2021 | 6 replies
The purpose of this post is to find the tools to maximize efforts.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2234372/small_1667843483-avatar-bradleyp69.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
21 October 2021 | 3 replies
My initial thoughts would be that adding $23k in value is not enough to justify a refinance.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1264540/small_1696940186-avatar-kevinb518.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
18 October 2021 | 2 replies
This is an important tool for anyone buying a tenant-occupied property.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2247848/small_1698440650-avatar-warnera2.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
20 October 2021 | 4 replies
I’m just starting out long-distance investing in value-add properties in Buffalo, NY (I live in VT).