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Hello Everyone! I am a would-be investor taking my first dive into the world of residential real estate. I work full-time as a software engineer in the defense industry. My current main focus is to build out my networ...
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After listening over the past 6 years to over 20 podcasts (~6240 Hours) I just wanted for once to speak and get a word in... Please note that this ranking is incredibly unscientific and biased since I am a passive inv...
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Hello BP community, I’m starting my journey as a real estate investor. I'm looking into the world of Section 8 rentals and I'd really value the community's collective wisdom on several aspects. I'd appreciate it if yo...
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My wife and I are attending our first BPCON this month and we’re excited to get time away from our girls (2 and 4) and put some focus on expanding our MF portfolio. We currently have two buildings, one 14 family and o...
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Hi!I am new in the real estate industry and want to see if you have any tips for a new agent, also any events or recommendation to start meeting people and getting more connected to the Real Estate world. Thank you
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On 1/30/15 i purchased my first multi unit rental properties. 2 buildings 6 and 4 units respectively. Closing and transfer was a very positive experience. my first month collecting rent has been good as well. i wo...
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Hello!I am a new want to be real estate investor. I am on my way to close on my first owner occupied two family. The unit that I will not be living in is vacant.I have read a lot about how to be a landlord and how to ...
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Landlords have discovered social media as a new tool to help them advertise their property, screen potential tenants, and network with other landlords. The great thing about social media is that it is free advertising...
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Evening Biggerpockets family, I wanted to get some opinions from those that have been in my shoes. I finally have the opportunity to purchase a multifamily property after working at this business for the last two yea...
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Anyone have any advice for a newbie investor looking to get started with buy and hold properties in the Atlanta metro area? What are some good areas of town to check out for rentals. I care more about cashflow than ...