Jonathan Greene
New Investors: Ask Me Anything
If you are just getting into real estate investing and have a question that you need an honest answer to, ask me anything here. But don't ask a question if you are hoping to get a certain answer, and don't ask a quest...
Porter Rappleye
Why is REI better than investing in the stock market?
Hello Everyone!
I'm trying to convince my finance/MBA friend why REI is a better business decision than investing in the stock market and I'm not sure he's convinced. What is the best article on BP you've re...
Joshua McGinnis
My first out-of-state turnkey was a bust (sort of)
Just thought I'd share a story for any others out there considering buying a multi-family out-of-state, sight-unseen, from another BP member who markets and manages properties.I found a deal on the BP Marketplace in t...
Alex Corral
Those who finance investment properties
Do you go with a 30 year mortgage or 15 year? I just closed on my first REI and took the 15 year. It was $146 more per month on a $60k loan. Seemed like a no brainer with the interest savings. It's not cash flowing mu...
Melanie Stephens
Seeking Biggest Mistakes and Lessons Learned Stories (Again!)
Hello BP Members! I write a regular column for BiggerPockets Wealth Magazine on people's "Biggest Mistakes" in real estate. Do you have a "mistake" story and lessons you learned from it? I'd love to hear it! (Thanks t...
Ryan Dossey
If you were going to drop 5k on a car what would it be?
After reading Mr. Money Mustache for several days know that and The Richest Man in Babylon have got me thinking. If I could cut out my car payment I could save/invest a decent amount of money.
Michael Keith
5 Main Reasons Why the Real Estate Market Won't Crash
The real estate market is often the subject of speculation and forecasts, some predicting downturns or even crashes. However, based on my extensive experience and observation in the field, I believe there are strong r...
Liz Cole
Finding my Rock Star Team..
Hello! Can you suggest a Podcast or Webinar or give me your thoughts on setting up a team to do flips? The area I'm interested in is 3 hours from where I live.
1. Who do I need in my back pocket and as @David Greene...
Mary Jay
Rich don't sell, they leverage
Ive heard many times: "Rich dont sell, they leverage". Than a lot of other people do "Buy low, sell high" sort of thing...What is the benefit of never selling? Lets say you have a 100 year old house that is not in a s...
CJ M.
Kids throwing rocks at windows nearly everyday. Won't stop.
Sorry for the lengthy post, but I've run into something I haven't had to deal with in the past. Not sure if there's much else I can do, but wanted to post what's going on here to see if I'm missing anything.About a mo...