Hi all, New to BP community and have noticed not many posts mention architects (say in contrast to CPA, legal, contractors, lenders, etc). I am a licensed architect and an aspiring investor (Chicago) and am using my b...

Hello, I live in Montgomery County, MD and about 3 month ago I rented my basement to a single lady. I gathered one month security deposit and first month rent at the day of moving.  After the first month she stopped p...

I've received some PMs and e-mails asking about setting goals and what do I do in retirement. I've ressurrected an old blog from nearly a year ago that was done in 2 parts. We have SO many new members, I decided to p...

I guess We are on the verge of a pandemic. stocks have already lost a considerable amount of value due to this virus. Thankfully I was able to sale majority of my positions a couple days ago to prevent any further l...

Today Joe Biden outlined his $1.9 trillion stimulus plan. Included was a proposal to enact a federal ban on evictions through September of 2021.
Talking recently with our attorney, he felt eviction moratoriums were ...

Hi All! I had to share. Against all conventional advice and wisdom, I've just quit my job. My fiance's job brings enough for us to cover are needed expenses and I have about a year's worth of savings built up on top o...

Hello all,My name is Franky Davis and I am relatively new to real estate investing and a newish member to BiggerPockets. Let me start with a little about me. I'm currently an orthopedic surgery resident (year 3 of 5) ...

What are the war zones in Memphis, TN zips or cities you wouldn't invest, buy or walk at night.