Hello BP Community. I will admit that I am a NEWBIE to the real estate investing game, and sometimes I fell I'm late to the party, but then I change my mindset and say it's never too late. Quick Back Story: I've been ...

Since I personally don't like the word newbie...I will use the word neophyte-a person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief. Many times it is used in a religious context and one could argue that real estate is a r...

I've overheard countless conversations about investors hating agents, investors loving agents, the death of the real estate agent and the necessity of a licensed broker. What's your take on it? I don't personally thin...

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I read the above article and was very disturbed by it. I believe in freedom of speech as much as the next guy, but like any other freedom...

Currently serving active duty military and I plan on getting out soon. I would like to take advantage of the VA loan. I figure that this could be a great start for real estate investing. Likely would be the place I w...

Hi All! Long-time lurker, first-time poster. I've recently sold my home-improvement business in SoCal, and plan on moving my family to the Tampa/St. Pete area in the next 2 years to be closer to the in-laws. I've alwa...

I’ve been reading the BP blogs and books, and listening to all the podcasts over the past few years but have rarely posted. I wanted to finally share my real story and get more involved here on BP …. sorry it’s a bit ...

I'm looking to use my IRA to invest in real estate. I'm looking for any advise from anyone who is doing this and which company are you using as the custodian. Thank you.

Somehow along the way I got sucked into this "prices low / asses in the seats" mentality. And I do believe that's the way you should be when you're new, but I'm not new. I have more reviews than any self manager in my...

As stated before, I am new to the real estate game. I think that I am doing ok thus far, but I want to kick my work into another gear. I will admit to date, I have been a part time investor, somewhat of a hobbyist....