Hello BP Members! I write a regular column for BiggerPockets Wealth Magazine on people's "Biggest Mistakes" in real estate. Do you have a "mistake" story and lessons you learned from it? I'd love to hear it! (Thanks t...

I googled the unemployment history of US, and here is the chart... Out of the past 65 years, maybe 10 saw unemployment at around 4%....All other 55 years were higher.... If you are buying RE in today's enviroment when...

Just started my third book that was recommended through this site "Rental houses for the successful small investor". I did notice it was written in 1999 so I'll take parts of it with a grain of salt but expect the o...

Has anyone use RUBS (ratio utility billing system) on a small multifamily property (say 10 units or less)?  Is it cost effective for smaller units?  What are your thoughts/experiences?  Thanks!

I thought I would touch on a different topic as a way to see how everyone has started off the year. One month is down and did you start off the year with a bang?

I was gearing up for a great 2012 until Fannie Mae w...

I’m so new to real estate and would love some encouraging stories and ANY advice for starting out!

I have two 50 x 100 lots I want to turn into mobile home lots and rent out the lots.  Looking for input on the process to setup and rent.

To date, we have flipped 2 houses and purchased 3 rental units since June of last year.  The most recent rental purchase is not ready to rent.  My husband does most of the work but it is taking so long.  I've tried ev...

I welcome any and all ideas and critiques regarding this issue. Please comment or PM me if you have any thoughts. Good or bad. :-)

I am installing a 15.6 megawatt Grid Tied solar system on my 30 unit apartment com...