I was doing some research on land trusts and came across the definition of a community land trust. From the Grand Forks Community Land Trust website we see that a CLT is defined as "community-based 501c3 nonprofits wh...

I am trying to decide whether to do a 1031 Exchange or to sell an investment property outright.  I have suspended loss carryover associated with the property.  I often see general guidance such as follows:  "If you ha...

Sam was very excited when he learned that the apartment he has been waiting for was finally ready for its new occupant. So, he signed the lease and, voila! Moved in. Few days after, he noticed, especially at night, so...

I was inspired today about WHY I want financial freedom."Whatever causes us to be dependent on someone else for decisions or resources we could provide for ourselves weakens us spiritually and retards our growth towar...

Hello all! I have been a part of the bigger pockets community since I graduated college and have learned a lot but I have the biggest case of analysis paralysis! I am ready to put some of this knowledge into play and ...

The short answer to whether licensed real estate brokers/agents should obtain their NMLS mortgage broker license is: Yes. 
I began my RE career in 2003 during the 'boom' times as a mortgage broker. It was my first re...

Hey folks. I specialize in renting to Section 8 (BRHP) in nicer areas of Baltimore County and noticing significantly deteriorated tenant quality. Especially since Covid. There is barely a voucher holder applicant with...

For the last month I have been all over the BP website. Wow good stuff. a treasure trove. So glad a colleague turned me on to this site.My name is Fred Sams, I am originally from The Bronx.. I have lived in San Dieg...

Hi All, I'm considering taking a couple online classes from the St. Lawrence College Home Inspection course, perhaps the Structural Inspection & Electrical Inspections classes to start. I have 2 objectives I would...

Investors want to work with someone they can trust, someone who exudes reliability. That's why you need to build a brand that screams, "Hey, I'm the real deal!"
I've been there, done that, and let me tell you, a stro...