Andrew Merritt
Accumulating Rental Properties
I'm working on finding a rental property as my first deal. For right now, I'm focusing on pretty much turn-key properties. If I stick with this and spend all of my money allocated for real estate on this first prope...
Steve Walko
Classic debate: Pay down student loans or begin RE investment?
Hi everyone,I'm wondering whether my fiancé and I should begin to pay our debt down ASAP or begin investing in RE. I know there are intelligent arguments on both sides of this issue and that it depends on the details ...
Collin Schwartz
0-25 units in four months and it all started with Bigger Pockets!
Its amazing that the morning of January 1st I knew nothing about real estate investing. Now after purchasing six deals with a seventh under contract I realize I have just scratched the surface and have much more to le...
Melanie Stephens
Seeking “Biggest Mistake/Lessons Learned” Stories for BP Magazine
Hello BP Investors!
I am looking for stories about your biggest real estate mistake, and what you learned from it, for BiggerPockets Wealth Magazine. If selected, your story, name and company will be featured in the ...
Nicole Pettis
What are your thoughts about REI?
Is it smart? Is it high risk? Will you go bankrupt? Is staying with your 401k's and mutual funds the best way to retire?
The reason why I bring up these questions is I had a big discussion with my father in l...
Axel Meierhoefer
9 SFR, 9 locations, 18 bank accounts - or how to manage?
I am about to dive deep into a 1031 exchange and the end result could be 2 SFR in 9 locations compared to my current 3 SFR in 3 locations. All my properties are turnkey managed. So far I have always had individual ac...
Aaron Phillips
I can't leave Square 1 ! Minimal Capital & Low Credit
Hey BP,It's me again and there is so many questions I have that I know I could probably find here on the BP forums, but I find myself in the same rut. Money & Credit. I myself come from a very poverty stricken are...
Jon Klaus
What do you drive?
Related to the "Car Enthusiasts" thread. What vehicle(s) do you drive now and why was it your choice?
Khalid Johnson
Mice problem will cost $1800
I own a rental property and the house has numerous mice. Professionals came out and said the house needs to be sealed for a total cost of $1,800. My wife went into the hospital and I cannot afford to spend $1,800. All...
Ruth Lyons
Inspectors killed my deal -- 3 times, Any advice?
Hi friends,I rehabbed/renovated a single family home in Baltimore County. It was supposed to be my first fix and flip after getting 4 buy and holds finished. But I'm frustrated and just put it on the market for rent. ...