Hi there - I'm an agent in Skokie (Chicago), IL. I'm doing the learning piece on investing right now, plowing through the podcasts, starting to look for properties, and saving up so we're ready to go in the next year ...

I've moved into my first property, a duplex, and in two days my first tenants will be moving in! The duplex has a security system in both units which is currently activated until the end of the year. This expense was ...

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Question: I want to partner up with one of my long time colleges to more aggressively build a rental and airbnb portfolio. So, what business structure or partnership structure makes th...

I'm currently employed in another industry, but interested in investing in rental properties to add to my income.  In the long run I hope to have rental income enable me to quit my job, but since I'm new to this, am l...

Hey everyone! I am totally new to this real estate world and am looking to acquire some practical experience before jumping in investing full time. That said, what is the best job to learn the industry?Thanks!

I reached out to a potential property manager and asked for references and below is the response I received. This seems like a red flag. Should I be worried? Thanks.We do not violate the privacy of our current owners ...

Hey all, my father and I are looking into buying some rental property together in Columbia South Carolina. The question I have is if there is anything special I need to look out for as my father does own his own busin...

I am looking for a good quality tax strategist that will engage in a quality discussion about real-estate investing and proper tax strategies.

Hello All - I am new here as a member, but I've been watching Bigger Pockets videos on YouTube for quite some time. I am very interested in Rental Properties and know that the Midwest is one of the best areas to do so...

What would you recommend wholesalers offer to RE agents in order for them to run comps and/or provide access to the MLS? I receive deals that I can't close, so sometimes I offer that, but I'm not sure of what other in...