Hello BP community,My husband and I have equity in our home and our rental. We want to expand our portfolio with hopes to be financially free. My husband does not like the idea of getting a HELOC for he thinks it is t...

I'm always trying to learn more and network more here in Rochester NY. I decided to go check out a tax foreclosure that could be worth while. I've been to quite a number of these, but have only purchased a few. ...

To set the stage, my business partner and I sinvested 50/50 on 3 single family homes in Colorado Springs this year at the age of 25 (average purchase price of 230k-240k). He has recently purchased 2 more homes on his ...

Hello Everyone!I know that a college education isn't exactly necessary to get started in REI, but I am currently on my way to getting my degree and figure I should go for something that would help my endeavors in real...

Does anyone think that Chicago's record tax hikes and the possibility of a tax exemption for property's under $250K will lead to a new round of gentrification largely driven by Millenialls wanting to live in the City ...

Shock, Anger, Denial, Depression, and Acceptance…These are the 5 stages people go through during a traumatic event.About 2 years ago, I had my traumatic event when a family member’s health took a serious turn for the ...

I am new here, and along with the Bigger Pockets guides, I recently read Brandon Turner's "7 Years to 7 Figures."  That piece lays out 3 fundamental principles: get a good deal when you buy (20% discount), appreciate ...

I have a single family rental right now.Vacancy adjusted, I bring in $21,000 a year in rent.My annual expenses are:Property tax: $3200Insurance $900Washing machine $500Plumbing repair $250Irrigation turn on and turn o...

Just like it says, are there any very young investors out here on bigger pockets?

One of the hardest things for me is finding someone in the same age group as I am (teenager, almost adult tho =]) ...

I'm sitting here going through listings that my agent sent me.  More accurately, going thru through the listings that are auto-generated.  That led me to thinking... what exactly does my agent do to get 3% of my money...