I am a 48y/o professional with a desire to invest for long-term gains, not day-to-day income.This site seems to have a wealth of knowledge, and I have learned a lot already.My current plan is to invest in residential rental units, up to 4/property, at least at first.I look forward to asking questions and learning.

Zack,Thanks for the update.Use LinkedIn and other network sites (social or professional) to build up your network.

Though many short and direct ads can work many marketing professionals find that long, educational ads are best.

Does BiggerPockets, or other general real estate sites, provide lists of expert real estate attorneys from across the country that one could arrange professional consultation with?

I highly recommend that you use a professional cleanup company in your area.

If you've made a bundle on the sale, though, that still may not offset against much of your ordinary income.Becoming a real estate professional is almost impossible if you have another job.

HM is similar to funding from a private lender except the HM lender is likely more professional.

Professionals who you will need for development projects including title officers, lawyers, contractors, etc.Please update your profile so that your city/state show up.

Listen to William as he is an experienced professional when it comes to 1031 exchanges.There is no need to do a 1031 if you are prepared to pay the tax bill.

My question is why isn't any professionals firms and law firms get involve on faciliating the mulit-millions and billions dollars with the large capital investors and banks senior officers or their legal department?