House hacking has become a buzzword in real estate circles, presenting a unique opportunity for landlords to optimize their properties and boost returns. In this blog, we'll delve into the art of house hacking specifi...

Throwing a question out to the BP RE  Community.Is anyone using energy effiency ratings, such as HERS (Home Energy Rating System) as a way to increase monetary  value for energy efficient homes? Either for purposes of...

I have some really exciting ideas I'd like to make come to fruition for a newly built luxury honeymoon cabin in Broken Bow, OK. I know the market very well as I already own a couple of cabins in Broken Bow, and I own ...

Hello BP friends, my partner and I found an interesting property and while we look at the income statement. The first thing we notice is the water/sewer expenses is huge! it's a 30 unit and they spent $22K each year o...

To all investors starting out and those who are seasoned- NEVER GIVE UP!!

If you're goal is to be successful find a way. Read, learn, make offers, fail your way to success. Don't run off half-cocked, educat...

Hi everyone! I'm an experienced investor who does fix and flips and has a long-term rental portfolio in St Louis. I'd love to expand into the Kansas City market and start building a buy and hold portfolio there. We...

Seriously thinking about getting a second home in Fort Lauderdale— enough that I cold-contact an agent and have her showing me about 20 properties last weekend. I'm from NYC and would live in this second home part-tim...

One of the best things about BiggerPockets is our members' wealth of knowledge and willingness to share that knowledge with others. You may have noticed the "Unanswered Posts" tab on the Forums homepage. If not, here'...

Hi,I’ve been around attorneys for a while & I even studied criminology & law in college. Most of them think practically because the law is the law. Finding those who think creatively is not so easy. I’ve start...

Most recently used them in Dec 2019 after not using for a while and the experience left a sour taste in my mouth. Maybe holiday overload. Should I try again?