I've been a secret lurker on biggerpockets for a while. I love listening to the podcasts while mowing the lawn. They're about the perfect length and are very entertaining.

What I like most about this site and...

I’m looking to purchase my second long term rental and I’m wanting to know if 20% down would be possible with an investment property as I’ve been told 25% is minimum. 

Hi everyone, my name is Alvin and just wanted to introduce myself. I live in Goose Creek, SC. I`ve been a part timer for a while but 2015 is my year. I know what I want to achieve with investing and its not just a big...

Hi all,Does anyone have any recommendations for real estate friendly accountants in Massachusetts? Thanks in advance!

BiggerPockets for a long time was a great place where investors could meet and exchange information and work together. Over the past year I have noticed a trend of a lot more newbies coming in just looking for informa...

Pre-Foreclosures / Foreclosures fit into several groups and are done under each State's laws. It varies by State. Primarily there are Judicial & Non Judicial foreclosures. Out west and midwest are typically Non Ju...

Your profile: 
- no assets
- no liabilities
- $10,000 in your bank account 
- $20 minimum wage 9 - 5 job 
- Location: Seattle, Washington
- connections already established with vendors, education, lenders, and...

Hi,Firstly I'd like to thank the whole BP community for making a place with such great resources for RE rookies and vets.But I have been wondering, has anyone gotten burned by another forum member? Obviously I wouldn'...

I have a $1m house paid off. 830 FICO.
If I cash out refi, I can easily get a loan for $300k to buy a fixer.
After spending $50k out of pocket to repair, ARV is $500k. I want to further leverage the increased equity...

Hi everyone,First post ever here. My wife and I are early on in our real estate investing journey and looking to grow our portfolio. We are based in Texas and recently saw an early 1900s historic property come onto th...