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There is no question that investors not moving into Real Estate AI-Tools are going to be left behind in consideration of the availability of data, and how AI is using that data to analyze and prove value. I have 14 do...
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I'm Vincent, from Orange county, California. I'm here to learn about about REI.I have set some extra cash for investing in buy-n-hold SFRs, and would like it to be as passive as possible. I have done extensive readin...
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Hey all, I'm doing some research for an upcoming post and I'd love to get some group brainstorming done. My question is: What are the key indicators of a good rental market? (For example, schools, crime, jobs, etc.)O...
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Hi everyone, I am a Senior Business Analyst here at BiggerPockets. My team is currently working to bring new features to the BiggerPockets community, many of which will focus on using broad real estate investing marke...
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Hello BP Community,
I wanted to ask everyone how they conduct market research, what you're processes are, and how you go about filtering all 50 states, to exclude states from your research and how you choose states(c...
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How would you go about deciding on what area to invest in? For example, would you randomly pick an area and start researching using the Census? Or would you contact PM Companies in an area you're curious about and pi...
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Well just wondering about our Brandon, I think we need a little more information on this BP Site Guru, like...When does this guy sleep? Is he really an RE zombie, posting at all hours of the day and night? Strings of ...
Hi, I’m someone who’s been interested in REI for a year or two now and I’m just trying to take in as much information as I can. I only want to focus on buy and hold investing in long-term rentals, specifically SFH and...
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Hello, I am just starting out and trying to get my first investment property. I am using a conventional loan for financing and putting down 25%. Surprisingly, (to me), I have put in multiple offers on different proper...
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Hello! I am in the early stages of my real estate journey and am looking to delve into short-term rentals. I've done my due diligence on AirDNA/ Mashvisor to narrow down on a profitable location. I recently found a de...