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Hi bigger pockets, I am a new aspiring real estate investor looking to venture into the STR market. I’ve done some research via articles and podcasts (thank you bigger pockets) and feel all that’s left Is to jump in. ...
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Hey BP,I'm considering buying a property to first owner-occupy, and later rent out in the Bay Area. I'm looking to accomplish a few things:1) Take full advantage of Prop 13, by buying a fixer at a low price and lockin...
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Looking to open a solo 401k under my current Home Improvement business which is a LLC. Need checkbook control and ability to take loans. Any recommendations from those that currently have the same.
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Am totally new to investing, but every training session i read or listen to, says to start in your back yard. Am in queens, NY is not landlord friendly. Since this is new to me should I still consider NY like bklyn ...
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For those of you who have fully replaced old windows & installed new ones in your personal or rental properties I’m curious what percentage it reduced your utility bills.I have an apartment unit that has 15 large ...
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Hey guys, I'm in a tough spot here and would really love to hear from others who may have been in similar situations.One of my oldest friends is having a hard time growing up. He's a stoner and plays a lot of video ga...
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I know, it sounds like a silly question.
After all, more bedrooms equals more income right? But, does it really?
I’m starting this thread to get some feedback from the BP Nation on what your experiences/o...
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So like the title implies- I've been listening to Bigger Pockets for the last year and a half straight since an investor i met that has a $2 million portfolio recommended them to me. Since that time I've gotten my rea...