Short-term rentals have become a popular avenue for property owners and investors. So let's delve into the critical aspects that drive success in the STR industry. Whether it's exceptional guest experiences, effective...

Hi! I'm a newbie investor based in Mesa, AZ (Greater Phoenix area). I've very recently become interested in real estate investing because of financial planning. After thinking about financial goals and wanting to be a...

Hello! I'm going to start an Financial Independence Dallas Meetup (how is there not one already?!). Are there any financially independent people (or well into the journey) in Dallas that would be willing to share thei...

Hi! I’m in the SF Bay Area looking for flips, and I’m currently contacting agents about pocket listings. The only problem is that a lot of other investors are doing this as well. Does anyone have any tips on making yo...

Ok, the question in my mind is. Why is it that the real estate market or, better yet the "brokers" allow young people to solicit real estate loans and transactions? I know that there are rules, but trust me I know tha...

I'm wondering first if there are people who have active positions in other states than the one they live in and second, what are your experiences working like this? Would you recommend it and what would you say to som...

It seems these days people are running around like headless chickens in a panic mood. The housing market is crashing, and the economy is collapsing, the world is gonna end!Then there are those on all kinds of platform...

Hey everyone! Just signed up to BP a few days ago to check out the forums and what kinds of information, tools, and people makes Bigger Pockets tick. I'm born and raised in Hawaii with no formal education other than a...

Hi - I am Angela. I love the BP podcast and decided I would like to learn more.  We have owned a 4 unit in Phoenix since 2006 which overall has worked out but has not always been a smooth ride with the economy.  We ar...

My wife just recently passed the real estate exam. It has been a dream of ours to own rental properties. I am currently a full-term student, majoring in business management. I started a real estate business with the f...