I've just purchased my first property: a duplex in I guess what I'd call a C- neighborhood. I'm hoping it will turn into a success story post soon, but TBD.Both of the units have hardwood flooring in their main living...

I am primarily a buy and hold investor but I had a great opportunity come my way that I couldn't pass up.  Initially this property was going to be a rehab and rent but when I looked at the margins it made more sense t...

Hi, folks. I'm brand new to the Bigger Pockets community and the real estate investing game. I am unbelievably excited that I stumbled across this educational site, and would appreciate any insight to my question. I l...

Hi BP,I'm a non-resident alien looking to invest in the States - namely the Seattle area to start off. I'm looking for some advice on whether forming an LLC is the best way to go about it rather than buying personally...

Does anyone have any recommendations for the best Landlord software?? Some features I would like included besides the basics would be the ability to pay rent online with a credit card/ ACH, do credit checks and so for...

I have a triplex in a c-d area (rent 700 for a 2/1) and I was wondering how others are screening tenants.  I am using a paid background check and call employer, current landlord.  I am requiring they make 2100 a month...

The market has retracted, true. The President has engaged in some fiscal bullying and the Chinese are pushing back. That's what is supposed to happen as our policies and buying practices from China should tighten as a...

Hello Bigger Pockets! My name is Chris Wienke (like the Heisman Trophy winner but spelled a bit differently) and I live in the North Center neighborhood in Chicago.  I discovered the BP podcasts a few weeks ago and ha...

Hi All,I’m a new investor starting out and seeking advice on REA etiquette. How many realtors should an investor work with?If it’s okay to work with multiple, how do you maintain the relationships so that they still w...

Hi Everyone!  My wife and I are investing in our first MFU in Waterville Maine.  Its a 4plex, fully rented, goodish condition.  The bigger pockets site, podcast, and books have been critical to feeling good about my d...