I began investing when I was 21 with the help of local investors who were kind enough to coach me. Since then, I've realized the importance of a mentor who can keep you on the right course and give you confidence.

I'...

An obstacle I'm running into with building my portfolio after analyzing a potential deal is the very high property taxes, particularly on properties that have been owned a long time by the previous owner. Im.not certa...

Hi, just stumbled upon biggerpockets on spotify today as I'm getting pretty desperate considering it's the last day I can pull out of an agreement at no forfeiture of my EMD. Five days ago I signed with a new construc...

I have been wary of houses on a slab becuse I worry about having to drill up the floor in case there is a plumbing issue (and there always seems to be a plumbing issue). What are your experiences with houses on a sla...

The tenant called for the water heater repair on Wed afternoon, the repair man went to examine the water heater next day morning. He ordered the parts and parts will be in Tuesday. It takes really long time to fix. It...

I've been to several sheriff sales in Bucks, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania. I've also done a lot of research both on bigger pockets and off. However, I keep coming across the same issue. To run ...

I am trying to get into my first deal which happens to be a fourplex in Miami Florida (neighborhood of Allapattah). My strategy is to use FHA financing to allow me to put down 3.5% to basically get me in the game, liv...

Since pursuing real estate investing requires self motivation, persistence and drive, I'm curious as to what your typical day is like. Are you on your computer most of the time or do you find yourself out and about ne...

Hi BP Community! I’m closing on a 3 unit in a few weeks and the property doesn’t have central air. I’m wondering what’s the easiest and most cost effective way to keep the units cool? My initial thought is to install ...

Hi everyone, we are thinking of charging a monthly maintenance fee to cover our semiannual preventative maintenance inspections (where we check for leaks, clean the AC unit, replace the furnace filter, etc.) and also ...