![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/124443/small_1621417967-avatar-apex_predetor.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I was just wondering what everybody's education or background is? seems that a large percentage of you folks have some type of formal "business" or finance education, or come directly from the world of Real Estate?
...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/243025/small_1621435720-avatar-valoaner.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Currently I have 10 homes in various locations... Ohio, Arizona, and Virginia. I noticed Zillow was advertising to purchase my homes in Arizona for cash. Note I believe it's only available in some markets. I though...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/169342/small_1621421059-avatar-chicagobrie.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Today, I quit my job and I could not be happier for what is to come. I have been working very hard the past few months to establish teams in Chicago, Milwaukee and NW Indiana so I can work in REI full time.Right now ...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/326992/small_1621444514-avatar-flipprchick.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I have been considering rolling my employer-sponsored 401K into a checkbook/self directed IRA for the purpose of providing hard money loans because I am DISGUSTED by the low ROR I get now. What advice do veteran lend...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/207471/small_1621433244-avatar-mike_sheppard.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I have a quick question regarding income from rental properties. I am a completely newb as of now, and am trying to learn what I need to learn before I get into anything. I am in Northern VA, and I am looking at possi...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/52008/small_1621411607-avatar-seanh.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I am speaking with my attorney who is helping me setup the proper documentation for use with private investors. She is suggesting that I do not deal with non-accredited investors because if something should happen to...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/89909/small_1646581305-avatar-mattdevincenzo.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
So I've begun researching purchasing notes, and found a few different threads with the suggestion of cold calling people that are in contact with note holders. Bankruptcy attys, financial planners, CPAs, title compani...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1638610/small_1621514375-avatar-tylerb343.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
The treasury dept and IRS just released the final set of regulations for the popular 100% bonus depreciation schedule. And great news for the Real Estate pros trying to avoid taxes... the “placed in service” date was ...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/167193/small_1621420841-avatar-wade_sikkink.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Sometimes people struggle with how to employ negotiating tactics that they read about in real world situations. The BP community has probably collectively negotiated more real estate deals than any other group in the...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2695046/small_1694639886-avatar-raminm6.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hey y’all! I’m 37 years old. Graduated dental school in 2019. My wife and I got married last April. She’s PACU nurse. We are in the grind to start saving and begin real estate investing on path for financial freedom. ...