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Last week, we introduced the ability for users to post on the BiggerPockets Blog using their BP accounts, simplifying the comment process.Today, I'm excited to reveal the new look BiggerPockets Blog . . .If you haven't already, check it out . . . we've got a cleaner, more modern template, and the homepage is now organized by post-type.At the top you'll find our most recent posts, and as you scroll down the page, you'll find posts by the major categories available.

Over 1,000,000 forum posts, thousands of blog posts, and more. 4.)

I had originally started a blog for this purpose but I think I will try it on the forum as well.  

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After meeting him, I believe he's got a good grip on the ins-and-outs of insurance.Also, Google "How to save 40 percent on Landlord Insurance" I compiled a list of tips on my blog.

Some people like you want a house paid for others like me could care less, My wife and I plan to rent in retirement while still holding our portfolio of properties (I think I should write a blog post about this) The short version is we plan to sign 6 month and year leases at various Caribbean islands and European cities, basically a life of travel, at a slow place, if we are liking a place we might stay a few years but in general we will mange our rentals via email and the like while traveling slowly around the world.

I had similar conversations with Eric and Jolene that I discuss here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/8160/70966-sho...As @Andrew Johnson is making a case for, if a small (assumed monthly) loss is projected big appreciation AND that fits your investing criteria, go for it.

BP also allows you to post blogs and even has it's own podcast in itunes.

I did write a blog post a while back that talks about how you as the investor can be prepared for your CPA.Additionally, don't limit yourself to a CPA who is local.