Article by Joanne Scoratow

May the REAL lenders step forward please.

The number one question I get asked by a new mortgage broker is, are you a direct lender? This is an intrinsically important question that ...

Hi Bp,Im working on sending out my first direct mail today! Scary but im going for it. What should my google voice voicemail say? Hopefully Michael Quarles will chime in on this one. Thanks guys

Hello everyone!! I'm fairly new to REI in Chicago but full of passion when it comes to all things real estate. I used to sketch architectural plans as a kid but let my career path take me in a couple other directio...

House hacking is a fantastic way to become a homeowner and make some money in the process. It’s not a get-rich-quick scheme, but it’s a smart investment that can pay off in the long run. However, before you jump into ...

Hello, everyone! My name is Karen Harris and I’m very new to BiggerPockets and to the world of RE investing. My background is in banking and direct sales. Have not yet purchased an investment property, but I’ve been e...

Hi Everyone,
I’m seeking advice on how to get started in real estate investing with a decent amount of liquid funds available to deploy—roughly up to $750K.
Currently, I’m working in the corporate world but looking...

Greetings Bigger Pockets Community!My name is John Gilligan. I have only ever purchased one property: my primary home. We moved in 9 years ago and I still live in it with my wife and two sons. About 3 years ago I b...

Looking to purchase a 2-4 unit multi family property in Oakland, CA.  Will be using property as primary residence.  Trying to understand the owner move-in eviction laws in Oakland.  My read is that you can evict one u...

Good morning everyone, For someone who'd like to capitalize on investing passively in multifamily businesses, where and how can he/she look for to invest in a smaller amount. Obviously for an operator to create a, for...

Hello BP! We do not allow pets for our Airbnb and guest checking in today messaged last minute that they brought 2 service well behaved dogs with them both under 10 lbs. How would you handle this situation? I don’t li...