Michael Plaks
Now, about those "proactive tax strategies"
This post was prompted by a discussion with an investor who approached my firm for tax strategizing. The investor was particularly concerned about receiving proactive tax advice. As opposed to, you know, retroactive t...
Scot Howat
Goals are BAD for you! Here’s why...
Yes. I said it. It goes against the grain of popular real estate teachings. But having goals might be hurting your business. I’m also a pessimist, if you couldn’t already tell. Let’s translate this. Your goal is to l...
Tom Olson
Reach for the Stars…..Then Get There.
“I want to build a million-dollar wholesale area. I want to have a million dollars in profit from wholesale deals. I want to build a million-dollar wholesale area.” The dream was firmly established in my mind as I loo...
Mary Elizabeth C.
Licensed attorney taking brokerage exam in Missouri, pay for study guides?
Has anyone found a brand of study guide particularly necessary or useful?
Considering purchasing the kaplan one.
Stephen M.
certification for property management?
Hi,Anyone know anything about the accredited residential manager certification from the institute of real estate management or the various certifications from the national association of residential property managers?...
Marcia Bruno
New Member from the US Virgin Islands
Hey everyone,I'm slowing learning my way around BP site and realize that I didn't had the opportunity to introduce myself. I enjoy reading all the post and hope that I can provide helpful information to you all as wel...
Jason Waldo
Finding contentment in the journey
Investing in real estate is a life long decision for most people like us. Knowing that it is going to be a long journey how do you personally find contentment in the journey? I am having a hard time in life being happ...
John Nelson
Detroit Suburb Duplex Analysis
This would be our first house. Listed for 130K. Owner has records of renting the upper for 600 and the lower unit for 1000, making the total monthly income 1600/month. Neither unit is currently rented. We walked aroun...
Steve Vaughan
I hit a personal goal today. Anyone else working on a cool goal?
So this was the last day of a fitness/slim-down challenge my extended family and I have been on since January getting ready for a wedding.
This was a SMART (Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant) goal and had a pos...
Abby Link
Go Back In Time: college or no? What are your thoughts?
Hello Bigger Pockets Family!I am currently a high school student and will be graduating this year. I am absolutely positive real estate investing is how I want to achieve financial freedom, and ultimately, the life I ...