Here is a strategy I've been working on. I have a business where I design products and have them mass produced in China. I ordered over $200k in wholesale orders last year, so I am very familiar with the whole China p...

Does anyone have suggestions on claiming rehab work done by property owners themselves as capital improvement expense? We are remodeling  the kitchen/ bathroom/roof of  a property purchased ourselves, but are not sure...

Hello everyone:I am a recently new member to BP, and wanted to reach out to the Bigger Pockets community and seek advice regarding Franchises. I am looking at acquiring a commercial property on a heavily trafficked lo...

Hello All,I am researching Lansdowne, PA and could use your help.  What does the business and business development landscapes look like?  Any major businesses coming or going?  Does the town have a thriving business d...

Hello Community!  I am just starting out in the real estate investing world and am currently looking for my first investment property.  I'm planning to form a LLC as soon as possible.  My question is, as soon as I for...

I am trying to learn how to properly estimate rehab costs and negotiate with contractors. I’ve heard a lot about contractors taking advantage and overpricing. Any advice would help. 

Hello BP World.I currently have a Bachelors degree and a MBA so I understand basic accounting ( although sometimes I have to google a few things as I am a little rusty lol) but I need some help on Quickbooks.At this p...

Hello all, I am working with my Partner on our short term rental business. We are still in the early stages and trying to develop our business plan. I was wondering if there were any template/draft type business plans...

Hello BP forum,I came across an article this week that suggested funding a new business with an IRA and that could be used for investment properties.  It seemed a bit unconventional and I haven't seen that suggested i...

I just wanted to gets some opinions on this. I want to wholesale real estate and really want access to the MLS. Would that be a good idea to be a realtor and wholesale on the side or would that take up too much time?