Hello BP, my wife and I recently bought our first rental (a Duplex in Sacramento) We inherited tenants on both sides. They have both been long term renters at this property, and after inspections they both seem to tak...

Hi,I was reading an article a few days ago that said 40% of Americans can't come up with $400 if they had an emergency. I couldn't believe almost half the country is that broke. The median household income is 60k, so ...

I just love this saying...

and,

"analysis paralysis" = someone (usually a numbers guy) who over analyzes every deal to a point where he can never jump in the game.

Dave Ramsey always uses "leave the cave, go out a...

Another chance to be featured in the next issue of BiggerPockets Wealth Magazine! In 50 words or less, let us know: What 2021 accomplishment are you most proud of? It can be real estate-related or anything else that y...

Today we got a little house under contract and it will be our first short term rental. Over the last few months, I have read countless posts on BiggerPockets about how short term rentals have been struggling with canc...

This will be my first seminar about real estate. I've watched their show, and am hoping at least to get a chance to meet and network with others in  my area. Has anyone attended this seminar?  My boyfreind and I are g...

The latest one for me is my rehab contractor disappearing for 5 days.  He finally returned my calls today and said a family member out of state had tree fall on their roof.  He went to help fix it.But I find I stress ...

I’m struggling with time management right now. I’m trying to balance my W2 job, exercise, family, investing activities and education. It seems like I could use a 48hr day instead of 24. I’d love to hear what experienc...

Years ago I learned that when everyone is headed in a direction that you need to pay close attention to what is going on to avoid pitfalls. When my chiropractor started telling me that he was going to buy two rentals ...

I’ve been doing a lot of research lately and I wanted to share with you guys what I have found about the correlation between unemployment, delinquencies and housing prices. During the 2008 housing crisis the housing ...