Nicholas Brady
How important is a bachelors degree as a real estate investor?
Hello there, I am new to the Bigger Pockets Community and real estate investing in general but I am eager to learn! One of the first things I am curious about is how important is finishing a college degree in order to...
Tim G.
300k+ in equity in 3 years, low cash flow should I 1031 out of CA
In 2013 I had some good timing. Purchased a four unit apartment building, built in 1980 with major tenant and management issues. It cost me around $360k all in but I used an FHA203k loan so my out of pocket was around...
Jayme B.
First STR with $100k or less?
I've been back and forth on the idea of using our savings to invest in a STR. I've read how it has changed people's lives, but have been super apprehensive seeing how saturated the STR market has become since 2020. I ...
Daniel Mendez
The good and bad of turnkey properties
Hey BP,I am looking into purchasing my first investment property out of state. Most likely in Indianapolis, Indiana.I am currently debating on whether or not I should start with a BRRRR property or Turnkey property.Ho...
Brent Barnes
How Do I Find Energy to Learn REI With a Full-time Job?
Hello, everybody!I've made the decision to become a real estate investor. I'm still in the learning/education stage, but I hope to buy my first property within a year.I am also going into my third year of being a full...
Maria D'Aura
Where would you buy if looking for cashflow?
I'm selling a rental (escrow scheduled to close 2/14) and need to find a replacement for 1031 exchange. I'm looking for cashflow, C class or better, multifamily would be great. Property needs to be around $550K to com...
Kevin Moules
FIRST BRRRR PROPERTY! COME JOIN THE RIDE!
Hello BP members! I wanted to share with you my latest RE project. This is our 3rd RE transaction since jumping into RE in December of last year. First deal was a buy and hold 4 plex, then a flip which we are listing ...
Sophia Boro
Why do some investors allow unpermitted work?
There are obvious benefits to acquiring properties that have permitted work, but I want to see if anyone can explain why some folks allow unpermitted work. My curiosity includes how timeframes are affected, the listin...
Fas McO'nen
Breaking into my own property!! Am I breaking the law?
If you've had a similar experience or are a lawyer I'd love to hear your thoughts. One of my properties in Indianapolis has a squatter, who basically broke into the house when it was vacant. He changed the locks and h...
Rob Beardsley
Proponents for appreciation strategy?
I believe many in the BP community, myself included, firmly stand by "cash flow as the king" while appreciation is looked down upon. I would like to potentially hear the counter argument to broaden my understanding. W...