David Lam
How I was able to Increase my Credit Score to buy my Dream home!
I was able to increase my credit score over the time of a few months by using a service called RentReporters. Overall my score went from 642 to 800!This in turn saved me a lot of money on my mortgage for my dream hom...
Grace R.
Buy new home and rent out first, or stay and buy a duplex??
Hi everyone,First time poster here... :) My husband and I are moving forward with real estate investing and would like some advice from tax and legal standpoints. We are trying to decide between:1. purchasing a new ho...
Christopher Torian
What is the best source for prospecting national STNL leads?
Good afternoon! This is my first post on the forums. I am a commercial real estate broker looking to get into national single tenant net leased investment sales. I am wondering what the best source for getting propert...
Andrea Weule
Being Classified as a Real Estate Professional
So a week ago I was told I'd save a ton on my taxes if I was considered a Real Estate Professional. I asked how to do it and was told, your CPA can do that when they file for you. Obviously, I've done some research ...
Account Closed
Advice on What Location to Buy my First Investment Property
Hi Everyone,I'm new and very excited to be here, lots of great information.I'm looking to buy my first investment property and hoping to get into a multi-unit hybrid (cash flow + appreciation). I'm very open and eager...
Tristan Thomas
Balancing Act: Maximizing Profits While Attracting Tenants in Real Estate
In the intricate world of real estate investment, striking a delicate balance between profitability and tenant appeal is crucial for success. As a realtor with a unique blend of hands-on experience, including personal...
Sean Sullivan
Pensacola Live in Flip
Hey BP,I am active duty military moving back to Pensacola for the next 3 years. I would like to do a live-in flip while stationed there with additional real estate investing on the side. What are the best areas in pen...
James Letchford
Southern California
I'm excited to get started on BiggerPockets. I've been listening to the Podcasts for several weeks, read Josh and Brandon's Real Estate Investing, and have kicked around on BP long enough to know that this is a Commu...
Able Waller
Newbie with a Lease Purchase Scenario
I'm wondering if the group here would see this as an opportunity, a loser, or a break-even headache.
Subject property is highly updated (electrical, central AC, etc.) 1928 build wood frame home in an undeniab...
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The Impact of Urbanization on Real Estate
The American Dream used to constitute getting married, moving to the suburbs and buying a single-family home for a growing family. But today's generation has forged a new path. For the first time in history, more than...