I have never been a big fan of 401k and retirement accounts in general that are invested in mutual funds. I have always thought of it as a "life deferral plan", you put money in, that is money that is lost from your l...

Hello friends. My wife and I live in Oregon and we want to buy our first rental, but the interest rates and the housing prices in Portland are very high. A 3-bedroom house starts at $450k. But I'm getting the feeling ...

This is probably the best study I've found on the benefits of renting to pet owners. Too many Landlords believe pets cause too many problems and result in a loss of revenue. This study found the opposite to be true. B...

Looking to get feedback from others that have 1031 into DST Delaware Statutory Trust.We have tons of equity, low debt, fully depreciated, and I have been dealing with toilets, trash, and tenants, for 20 years...I ofte...

Let me start by being crystal clear. I am very sympathetic to all of those who have been exposed to COVID-19 – those who have either struggled through severe (or even mild) symptoms and certainly those who have passe...

This question is one I pose to anyone who has an opinion on the topic. Obviously we're all here because we like something about the idea of REI and passive income. As the process goes, we find a "good deal" in some ar...

Hey all..interested to hear some discussion surrounding the recent BP Podcast on Asset Protection (the "YOU WILL GET SUED" issue)So far I have 7 rental properties all multi unit having several units each, and they are...

Are we still singing the same old song? "Prices won't come down!" I hope not, remember folks there is a lag between rate increases and falling equity prices. We are still running on comps from late 21 / early 22. If y...

BP,I was just informed through a neighbor that my tenant has been renting out my property on AirBnB without my knowledge since the first day of his lease.  My lease clearly states there is no subletting allowed, howev...

Hello Bigger Pockets Community:) What's everyone's biggest frustration/problem you face right now as a real estate investor?For myself, it would be deal flow. My partners and I will look at 100 deals and about 5-8 of ...