I did a quick search in the forums and couldn't find a discussion about gentrification. I live in New York and this is a HUGE issue because basically the only "affordable" real estate is in primarily minority areas. T...

Long time listener, first time caller...I currently work in NYC(hours daily commute from CT) for a large company in a (low)executive role. I have wanted to get into property my entire life, I listen to the pod casts, ...

How? Seriously, how do you get your spouse on board, especially when you’re starting out?I came into some money and have been focusing on real estate for the last few months. I have ready close to 40 books, contacted ...

Hi,Thanks to the Dodd Frank Law my real estate investment strategy has really changed over the past year.I've moved away from seller financing but have been thinking about partnering with an individual mortgage loan o...

I'm looking for some input.  The property is around Cypress Hills near East NY which are supposed to an up and coming Brooklyn neighborhoods.  It is a legal 2 family with two apartments and a fully finished basement. ...

Hear me out.Usually the process is that first, you select a market you are interested in (especially for OOS investors) and then look for boots on the ground.Over the past 6 months, I have selected a few interesting m...

This is a follow-up to my recent post about IRA audit myths. In this long sequel, I will discuss hiring audit and "IRS audit insurance."
1. DIY IRS audits.
Can you defend yourself against an IRS audit without hired ...

Houseshare/roommate setting.

Had one person want to bring their 60 pound dog. Said it was house-trained, not kennel-trained. Young tenant, probably 20 or 21 years old. Friendly breed of dog. Would you rent to that si...

Hi everyone, look. I am going to become a host on airbnb, so, trying to set up the house for guests, and I need to know which smart locks are reliable. I found this thread herehttps://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/530/...

Hey everyone,

So I'm still in the learning phase of the world of REI, and one of the areas that has interested me is wholesaling. I'm curious to know what some of your biggest complaints, concerns, and horror storie...