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It's been a topic mentioned extensively on the forums, podcast, blog, and in our webinars. EVERYONE seems to want to quit their job with real estate. We know it's possible, we've seen it done. What we don't have is ...
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Ladies and Gentlemen, I need some feedback. I need some knowledge. I would like to know what’s next? Has anyone else dealt with issues like these before? Property is a 3plex. Non rent control area. Se...
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Hi fellow BP members. I'm helping Bigger Pockets work on a project about using real estate investing to retire early (aka achieve financial independence).Would you mind taking a brief survey (mostly multiple choice &a...
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Hello BP,I'm considering refinancing my rental properties and was curious if anyone had any input on the situation...I own a vacation rental free and clear which is worth about $500k and brings in roughly $10k a month...
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Hey guysI would like to ask for a legal advice.Year ago I screened a tenant and except for a bankruptcy and finding out he used to a lawyer whom license got suspended I decided to give it a shot. I own 6 unit building...
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O boy here goes try to make a long story shortHad first, last and security upfront.Couple moved in july, he was arrested in september.Rent was due September 1st never paid still as of today. I was forced to use their ...
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Tenant has extenuating circumstance and unable to pay rent for next 2 months (I already served him with 3 day pay or quit). He suggested a promissory note which forfeits his security deposit as a short term bridge pa...
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I have been trying to write a business plan and because we are just starting by doing small investments, it is difficult to find/create a plan that is so basic.
Do I need a business plan before I start invest...
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We all are inspired differently. I'm curious why other people on BP started their financial independence journey. Personally, I sought financial freedom after reading Rich Dad Poor Dad during COVID and realizing that ...
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Hello Everyone,I've noticed that the forums for the NYC market are surprisingly sparse, but I'm assuming that's due to the level of difficulty associated with breaking into the market here. I'd like to generate discus...