Bigger pockets - I’m building a spec home and funding w heloc. The home will be finished it February and exploring doing a cash out refi and renting the new build out, if market isn’t favorable. Where can I find a g...
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My wife and I are brand new to real estate investing and discovered Bigger Pockets in June of 2020. I used to listen to a lot of different podcasts like This American Life, WTF, Radiolab etc, but ever since discoverin...
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Hey bp,I am currently looking for my first credit card? I am aware it will have to be secured, however I’m looking for a card that has good benefits or can set me up for something bigger in the future. I was thinking ...
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My name is Alexis and I'm a 24 year old living in Indiana. I am new to Bigger Pockets but excited to be entering the world of real estate investing!
I have some financial goals I want to achieve first before I sta...
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Hi, Bigger Pockets! Very happy to discover this site. I've been learning a lot reading through the forms and listening to the podcasts. I'm excited to take my REI game to the next level.Some background on me:-Have bee...
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I need some advice. I just placed an offer of 75000 for a 3 family house. I really feel uncomfortable investing so much of my own money. I have the cash to do this but I'm thinking about getting a HELOC off of my 1st ...
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Hey BiggerPockets family, I am within 72 hours of closing on my first property! The loan officer called me yesterday and asked about a 40k student loan judgment that was just discovered. I’ve been in repayment/good st...
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What are some of the biggest mistakes, or “oh shit” moments you all have had buying a ‘value add’ property? Whether the investment was successful or not, tell me about some lessons you’ve learned from those moments.
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I’ve lived in metro Memphis for over fifteen years and I’m just now discovering it’s potential for REI. Would love to connect to any and all talent here!
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Has anyone used carrot.com/ thoughts reviews? what are your best marketing avenues to generate the best/most motivated sellers? What marketing campaigns are working for you?