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The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report was released on Wednesday morning, with inflation once again coming in below expectations for the fourth straight month. Core CPI, which strips out […]

Most investors think that diversity is the key to protecting their wealth. They’ve got money in real estate, the stock market, and maybe even some private equity deals.  That’s good, […]

Trump has signaled that changes are on the way for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) that guarantee home loans in order to increase access to homeownership. […]

There’s a high-stakes battle unfolding in the world of real estate, and while much of it is happening behind closed doors, its impact may soon hit the wallets of real […]

One messy, imperfect, low-cash-flow rental property could change your life forever, but maybe not in the way you’d think. No one retires off ONE property, but that first property can […]

Want to retire early? What about early retirement AND making millions of dollars tax-free? Only one real estate investing strategy gives you the ability to do both, but 99% of […]

He had no money, no experience, and no idea how to renovate a house… but he still pulled off two real estate deals by 22. Welcome back to the Real […]

When you’re managing rental properties, maintenance isn’t optional—it’s inevitable. But how you handle it can mean the difference between protecting your investment and constantly putting out fires. If you’re new […]

If you’re serious about growing your business, the answer isn’t to work more hours—it’s to work smarter. And that starts with putting systems in place that can take care of […]

Let’s be honest: 2025 hasn’t exactly felt like the golden age of real estate investing. Mortgage rates are high, property prices are stubborn, and every headline seems to question whether […]

Last month, Zillow updated its 2025 forecast to show home prices declining by 1.4% this year.  Nationwide, the average home price has risen 1.4% over the last 12 months. But […]

Redfin’s latest forecast suggests home prices will see a 1% decline by year-end, a significant shift after years of growth. On The Market host Dave Meyer is joined by Chen […]

This investor is making $100,000 per year with small, affordable, repeatable rental properties. He started investing years ago but recently bought another home-run rental for just $87,000, which will continue […]

Want to invest in real estate but fear you don’t have the time or energy? You DON’T need to quit your day job to build a cash-flowing real estate portfolio, […]

“Should I buy a house now or wait until prices fall further?” If you’re a first-time homebuyer or regular real estate investor, you’ve no doubt asked yourself this question. Home […]

Welcome to another Rookie Reply, where Ashley Kehr and Tony J Robinson answer questions from the BiggerPockets Forums and Real Estate Rookie Facebook group. Click here to listen on Apple […]

Is the housing market finally tipping in favor of buyers? This week on On the Market, Dave Meyer is joined by Kathy Fettke, Henry Washington, and James Dainard to break […]

There’s a quiet shift happening in the 2025 real estate market—and if you’re an investor, it’s one you can’t afford to ignore. For years, new construction homes were seen as […]

It’s not exactly breaking news: Taxes change. But what’s brewing for 2025 could be the biggest shake-up in real estate tax policy in a generation. And whether you’re a long-time […]

Some of the most common questions rookie investors ask—especially in places like the BiggerPockets forums—are: The short answer? It depends. Today, I’m breaking down the key questions you should ask […]

There’s some good news regarding late mortgage payments. Freddie Mac, the government-affiliated home loan backer, reported that serious delinquencies for single-family homes—individuals three months or more behind on their mortgage […]

Money—it’s the number one thing that keeps new investors from buying a rental property. Maybe you’ve got your market and buy box figured out, but the finances? Not so much. […]

Your idea of a “dream home” or “dream investment property” is stopping you from building wealth and taking steps toward financial freedom. Don’t believe us? Today’s guest proves it. Mitra […]

If you’re tired of riding the stock market roller coaster or constantly hearing about real estate opportunities that feel way out of reach, this post is for you. What if […]

Don’t expect your home equity to increase this year. That’s the forecast from brokerage and listings site Redfin, which, along with Zillow, predicts that house prices are expected to remain […]

Privatizing government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) mortgage backers Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac appear to be edging closer to reality. This move could not only generate a substantial amount of money for […]

Is the housing market finally tipping in favor of buyers? This week on On the Market, Dave Meyer is joined by Kathy Fettke, Henry Washington, and James Dainard to break […]

You DON’T need a huge network, online presence, or social media following to invest in real estate. This small-town investor got started the old-fashioned way—picking up the phone and pounding […]

It doesn’t take long to replace your income through rental property investing. Just ask Miller McSwain, who quit his job two and a half years after buying his first rental […]

Interest rates remain stubbornly high, and recent market activity suggests they may stay that way longer than many investors had hoped. For individual investors—especially those investing in real estate through […]

Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase and one of the most influential figures in global finance, recently made a bold statement: Investors are showing “an extraordinary amount of complacency.” […]

If you invest consistently, reaching FIRE (financial independence, retire early) by your mid-40s is absolutely possible. These two financial-freedom-chasing twins are proof of it! Only in their 20s, both Andy […]

Should you use retirement funds to buy rentals, pay for renovations, or scale your real estate portfolio faster? Saving for a down payment can be tough, and dipping into a […]

You can buy five rentals in just five years, even with less than 5% down. Today, we’re teaching you three savvy strategies to quickly scale your real estate portfolio so […]

Let’s be real: Getting started in real estate right now isn’t as simple as it used to be. Interest rates are up, the numbers don’t add up to cash flow, […]

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, America’s largest bank, just issued a major economic warning. In Dimon’s eyes, the economy has falsely recovered from the tariffs imposed on Liberation Day, […]

If you want to invest but feel overwhelmed by the risks, you’re not alone. The market feels uncertain, the headlines are dramatic, and the last thing you want is to […]

Becoming a FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) fanatic comes with a few key stages—and I want to offer some advice for the most grueling one of all: the slow, slow […]

You did the hard work. You analyzed the deal, secured the financing, and handed the keys over to a professional property manager. Now, you finally get to sit back, relax, […]

The U.S. housing market just hit a milestone. In April 2025, existing home sales dropped to their lowest level during this time of year since 2009, with just 4 million […]

Rentals can give you much more than just bigger pockets. They can buy you time, flexibility, and the freedom to design an adventurous and fulfilling life. Just ask today’s guest, […]

Is 2025 a scary time to invest in real estate or your biggest opportunity yet? Whether you’re scaling back or doubling down, this episode is your survival guide for today’s […]

If you’re thinking about getting into real estate—or expanding your portfolio—2025 might be your year. And if you live in an expensive city, you’ve probably considered investing out of state […]

For many of us, FI (financial independence) isn’t just about having the biggest bank account. Growing wealth is one thing, but getting rich isn’t the goal. Freedom, time with loved […]

There are still real estate deals even in 2025. To prove it, we’re taking three real (on-market!) deals and analyzing them three ways: as a long, medium, and short-term rental […]

Are you tethered to your W2 job as your main (or only) source of income? What if it disappeared tomorrow? After a huge wake-up call, today’s guest realized he needed […]

Warren Buffett just dropped a blunt take on why real estate may not deliver the same upside as stocks. Is he onto something—or overlooking key factors that still make the […]

The principles of economics laid out in Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations continue to shape how we think about housing markets today. His discussions on rent, land value, and […]

Everyone wants to know how to become a millionaire in real estate. And surprisingly, getting there isn’t all that hard. You can create a seven-figure net worth by investing for […]

The economic landscape is shifting fast. With tariffs driving up material costs, does the BRRRR (buy, rehab, rent, refinance, repeat) method still work? In this episode, we’ll share some creative […]

Most people assume the “safe withdrawal rate” for retirement (or early retirement) is 4%. But, if that’s the case, why is it SO hard to find anyone who’s gotten to […]

49 of the nation’s 50 largest metro area housing markets are showing “weaker” home price growth in 2025. For some, this signals a long-predicted crash/correction on the horizon. But for […]

Rent growth has slowed significantly since the massive hikes of 2020-2023, but could we be close to another major rebound? A surge in multifamily supply has led many apartments to […]

When you’re self-employed, you gain flexibility, freedom, and control over your income—but you also lose something many full-time employees take for granted: access to employer-sponsored retirement plans like a 401(k) […]

When most new investors think about getting into real estate, they picture buying a single-family home or maybe a small multifamily property. But with home prices staying high and mortgage […]

You can stamp your foot and complain about the wealthy using loopholes to lower their tax bills. Or you can learn those tax loopholes yourself. Try these strategies to slash […]

When is the right time to invest in real estate? We’ve all asked ourselves this, and if you’ve been thinking about buying rentals, you probably have, too. Whether you’re 20 […]

Which rental renovations give you the biggest bang for your buck, turning a few thousand dollars of materials and labor into hundreds of more dollars of rent per month and tens of thousands more in home […]

Taxes in retirement have been called a “silent wealth killer” for those pursuing FIRE—but does the data tell a different story? If you’re worried about a ticking tax bomb wiping […]

Your needs change as you build wealth and mature financially. Just like you don’t live in a dorm room anymore, what got you by when you were a scrappy upstart […]

When I first became a landlord, I was more worried about finding a tenant than about the lease. I downloaded a template I found online, filled in the basics, and […]

Last Friday, Moody’s Ratings downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating from Aaa to Aa1. As a result, Treasury yields surged Monday morning, with the 10-year note jumping to 4.53% and […]

Many rookies assume they’re years away from buying rentals, but what if your first (or next) property is much closer (and easier) than you think? Today’s guest devised a detailed […]

New builds are popping up everywhere. But some markets have a lot more new homes on the way. This could be risky for real estate investors in these areas, as […]

Want to retire early? You don’t need millions of dollars in stocks, retirement accounts, or cash to do it. You might just need a handful of rental properties. Today’s guest, […]

BiggerPockets’ CEO Scott Trench announces his decision to step down as CEO, and focus full-time efforts on personal finance content with BiggerPockets Money. We also welcome BiggerPockets’ new CEO, Ale […]

The housing market is going through another significant shift. Sellers have lost even more control as price cuts become common in some top markets. Rents are flat, but will they […]

Home prices are seeing some serious cuts—but is this happening across all markets, and what does it mean for new investors? For many beginners, this could be the perfect time […]

Home prices have been on a run upward over the last few years, with homeowners finding that their primary residence is now worth much more than when they bought it. […]

REPS and short-term rental exceptions are among the most powerful—and misunderstood—tools in a real estate investor’s tax strategy. Misapplying them can wipe out deductions or even trigger audits. These tax […]

You’ve got your eye on the next deal. Maybe it’s a fixer-upper with great upside or a turnkey rental in the right neighborhood.  You’ve run the numbers, and you’re ready […]

Price cuts are hitting the housing market fast, and Wall Street is paying close attention. A new real estate fund just raised $6 billion specifically to invest, signaling that now […]

What is the most likely reason a doctor is sued for malpractice (other than screwing up a procedure, of course)?  One might think it had something to do with not […]

For most people, spring is about deep-cleaning the garage, planting flowers, or finally putting away that rogue holiday decoration still sitting in the hallway (you know the one). But for […]

If you’re an investor who’s looked out-of-state (OOS) for cash flow, you’ve probably run across Memphis, Tennessee, at one point or another. I initially dismissed the entire market due to […]

While everyone is focused on President Trump’s tariffs, the clock is ticking on one of the most significant tax reforms in recent history. Many provisions of the Tax Cuts & […]

I went to my first FIRE meet-up in 2018 in Denver, Colorado. It was so amazing to meet like-minded people and learn a lot about what people felt was and […]

Do you really need an LLC for rentals? What about a trust? What kind of insurance should you get? With so many questions (and confusion) surrounding asset protection for real […]

This is how to find investment properties that make real money in 2025. No “off-market” deals, no mailing letters, no cold calling—we’ll walk you through how to find profitable, on-market […]

Off-market deals have become the holy grail for many real estate investors. And for good reason—they often come with less competition, better terms, and the potential for deeper discounts than […]

The Simple Path to Wealth is arguably the most influential book in the FIRE movement. JL Collins, its author, is revered among early retirees as one of the trailblazers for […]

Short-term rental investing isn’t about grabbing the cheapest fixer-upper and hoping guests magically appear. It’s about choosing the right markets with strong demand, flexible rules, and the potential to push […]

If you’re just getting started in real estate, you’ve probably heard the advice, “Run the numbers.” But here’s the thing: If you don’t know what kind of deal you’re even […]

If you’ve been investing or even purchasing a primary home in the last couple of years, you’ve probably heard this line: “Sorry, that property’s already under contract.” It’s frustrating, right? […]

Real estate agent commissions have been the subject of a lot of conversations recently. The August 2024 NAR lawsuit ruling sparked this conversation. Full disclosure: I’m a licensed real estate […]

Price cuts surge across the housing market as inventory bounces back in a big way. The “healthier” housing market is starting to show, and the “gap” between buyers and sellers […]

Could rentals help YOU achieve financial independence and even retire early? That’s the goal for today’s guest, who, despite growing up with very little, is now building wealth with real […]

This investor quit her job for good, with just four rental properties. Not 40, not 400—four rentals. And she’s not looking to grow much beyond that. You’ve heard other investors […]

A recession isn’t a time to panic—it’s a time to build wealth. If you’re listening to this podcast, you’re already multiple steps ahead of the masses that shift their mindset […]

Need more money to buy your first (or next) rental property? The right real estate side hustle could help you learn the industry AND pocket some extra change to put […]

Paying for college is one of the biggest financial hurdles families face—even as you’re chasing or approaching FIRE. What’s the smartest way to save for higher education while also securing […]

With all the headlines, noise, and confusion surrounding today’s housing market, it’s easy to assume things are still broken. But is that really the case? Could we actually be in […]

Your credit card company very helpfully sends you a list of every single item charged to your credit card. This is called a statement, and it comes every month.  Are […]

Reading is something that I love to do. I also love watching TV, so don’t think I am over here, on my high horse, talking about how I just read […]

President Trump’s recent budget proposal introduces significant reductions to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), aiming to reshape federal involvement in housing assistance. These changes carry substantial implications […]

Economic risk is growing, and protecting/building your wealth could get more challenging. Stocks are overvalued, mortgage rates are high, and many Americans feel stuck without a good option. What’s BiggerPockets […]

It doesn’t seem like it, but the housing market could be getting a LOT healthier. After years of buyer-seller imbalance, with rising mortgage rates, low affordability, and frozen transaction volume, […]

Every month, the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) tracks the sentiment of homebuilders nationwide. Rated from 0 to 100, a score greater than 50 indicates builders are optimistic.  Below […]

More Americans than ever are pressing pause on the dream of homeownership and turning to long-term rentals instead. And honestly, can you blame them? With high mortgage rates and home […]

Let me tell you about a deal I lost that still stings.  A while back, I made a lowball offer on a property. The sellers weren’t interested—flat-out rejected it, with […]

You CAN retire early in just ten years IF you save and invest enough. Fortunately, your retirement expenses may be less than you think. Chris Luger, from Heavy Metal Money, […]

Do you dream of ditching your nine-to-five and living off rentals full-time? Today’s guests did more than dream—they engineered their exit from corporate America and built a $10,000,000 rental portfolio […]

The buyer’s market is back, and opportunities are growing. Inventory is rising, demand is shrinking, and sellers are more motivated to give you a price cut, concession, or repair. This […]

For decades, the 4% rule has been the calculation every FIRE chaser has used to determine when they can retire early—risk-free. The math is simple: have a portfolio big enough […]

Picture this: You just moved into your brand-new home, having just relocated to this town days ago to start your new dream job, and are full of excitement. The rooms […]

I was recently asked by a fellow investor what I thought of the Omaha, Nebraska, market and if it was a good place for out-of-state investors to find cash flow […]

Scaling from your first short-term rental (STR) to a full portfolio isn’t just about finding excellent properties but the right way to finance them. And if you’re still relying on […]

Many real estate investors hesitate to invest in Section 8 properties because the process of getting a property ready and securing a tenant can take a long time. It typically […]

This investor turned $6,000 into financial freedom in just six years. He did it in a major market and became a millionaire by age 28 simply by repeating this beginner-friendly […]

The US economy is shrinking, with GDP declining this quarter. We’re getting closer to recession territory, so why aren’t mortgage rates dropping? We’ll explain how one crucial part of the […]

What would you do with $8,500 in monthly cash flow? Quit your W2 job? Travel the world? Reinvest it? The possibilities are endless, and by blending investing strategies and getting […]

According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), Q1 GDP growth in 2025 was negative (-0.3%, to be exact). According to the BEA, “The decrease in real GDP in the […]

It’s the start of wedding season! Have you been to a wedding? I am going to assume the answer is “yes.”  I can confidently say that the goal of someone […]

Is money getting in the way of you and your first (or next) rental property? You’re not alone! This is perhaps the most common pain point for new investors. Fortunately, […]

What if you reached financial independence…before knowing what it was? That’s what happened to Chris Rusin. After discovering the FIRE movement and stumbling across Mindy and Carl’s blog, he realized […]

Here’s the mortgage rate “range” Dave expects to see through the end of 2025. With so much rate volatility as of late, it’s getting harder and harder to predict when […]

Land has always played a quiet but powerful role in real estate. While flashy buildings and sky-high rents tend to grab the headlines, the foundation beneath it all — literally — […]

Another MLS lawsuit is making waves—this time aiming to remove unfair listing rules and help both buyers and agents. Experts say we’re in a “healthy” housing market, but does it […]

Recently, I was a guest on the ChooseFI podcast, Episode 543, to talk about the Middle-Class Trap, a term Scott Trench and I have coined on the BiggerPockets Money Podcast, […]

You’ve reached the halfway point to joining the two-comma club! Now what?  Just like you outgrew that small floor mattress in your first apartment, you’ve outgrown some of the money […]

Zillow published its Market Heat Index for March 2025 earlier this month. The data may be a month old, but with respect to real estate sales data, this is about […]

Where would we invest in real estate if we could pick anywhere in the country? Even with many real estate markets stagnating, several markets are still primed for serious growth. […]

What if you could create multiple income streams and live for “free” with just ONE rental? Today, we’ll show you why a small multifamily property is still one of the […]

In this analysis, I didn’t want to include markets that are still growing and already on everyone’s radar, like Boise, Idaho; Raleigh, North Carolina; and, of course, Austin, Texas. Instead, […]

You’re part of the FIRE movement (financial independence, retire early) so you can quit your job, have complete time freedom, and truly enjoy your life. But what if early retirement […]

Scaling your real estate investing business doesn’t require a massive payroll. You can grow efficiently by leveraging systems, automation, and virtual assistants without the overhead of full-time staff. Here’s how […]

I currently live in Los Angeles, for better or worse. Yes, there’s crime. Yes, there’s a homeless problem. And yes, it’s unfriendly to business, even the film business.  But the […]

The tempest of tariffs, trade wars, inflation fears, and recession fears have dizzied investors for the last three months. Where should investors put their money to protect against all this […]

Most investors spend hours analyzing deals, crunching numbers, and calculating returns before they ever close on a property. But ask them how much time they’ve spent refining their tenant screening […]

We’re excited to announce the launch of BiggerDeals, a new property listings and analysis tool designed specifically for real estate investors. It’s now faster and easier than ever for real […]

Growing to $8,000 in monthly cash flow and 35 rental units—all while working a W2 job?! Just two years ago, today’s guest knew nothing about real estate investing. But he […]

The housing market could do something it’s never done before—permanently reverse. For as long as home prices have been recorded, they’ve always increased over time. But, with one of the […]

What the heck is happening with the US economy? Stocks are down, now they’re up, mortgage rates are dropping—wait, scratch that—they’re back up again, the Fed could have a new […]

Zillow made waves last week after issuing a surprising revision to their housing market forecast: They now expect national home prices to decline over the next 12 months. That’s a […]

In recent weeks, I’ve noticed a concerning economic term resurfacing in financial discussions: stagflation. As someone who analyzes market trends obsessively, I believe real estate investors should understand what stagflation […]

Renting out your home is a great way to generate passive income and build long-term wealth, as rental properties can generate strong profits in multiple ways. Landlords earn cash flow, […]

Fear that early retirement is out of the question because you have too much debt? It’s not game over. Whether you’re debt-free or still chipping away at your student loans, […]

The housing market could do something it’s never done before—permanently reverse. For as long as home prices have been recorded, they’ve always increased over time. But, with one of the […]

Finding the right rental property isn’t easy. It needs to fit your budget and buy box, and if you’re house hacking, you’ll want to buy in a neighborhood you’re comfortable […]

Property managers were considered essential for anyone who owned a rental for decades. They handled everything from marketing to lease agreements to maintenance and tenant communication.  They took their cut, […]

More price cuts could be coming this year. Zillow just made headlines by revising its 2025 housing market forecast, now predicting home values to drop in much of the United […]

Stagflation: the combination of two of the worst economic conditions—inflation and slow/no growth. With stagflation, prices rise, asset growth shrinks, unemployment increases, consumer confidence drops, and economic pain spreads. This […]

The S&P 500 has fallen more than 14% from its high in February, putting it in correction territory. The Nasdaq is down 19.3%, flirting with a bear market, and the […]

Short-term rental investing isn’t what it was five years ago—and that’s a good thing. The market has finally matured. What used to feel like a Wild West of trial and […]

Real estate investing is full of moving parts, such as marketing campaigns, seller leads, appointments, offers, and closings. In the middle of it all, it’s easy to feel like you’re […]

A traditional rental property gives you one stream of income, but what if you could multiply that cash flow by two, three, four, or more times? You’re about to get […]

These rental property deals are making us richer in 2025, even with high housing prices and interest rates. Everyone thinks it’s impossible to find cash-flowing rental properties in today’s housing […]

Wealth and health are closely intertwined, especially here in the US, where the high cost of healthcare can put significant financial pressure on families. But is there a remedy to […]

I’m always on the lookout for investment opportunities that make sense—not just on paper but in real life. And as more people ask me about passive ways to invest in […]

Cars are a big source of contention in the finance world. It is very easy to make judgments about someone (and their financial situation) based on what they drive, even […]

Short-term rentals (STRs) have been a hot strategy for years. At one point, they felt like cheat codes: massive cash flow, manageable with automation, and relatively low vacancy. But in […]

Finances can be like New Year’s resolutions; we have the best of intentions but then get lost in how to actually achieve our goals. I know when I am unsure […]

Andrew Freed turned one condo into a rental property portfolio that makes him $10,000 per month! Just four years ago, Andrew had little to his name—around $50,000 and a $200,000 […]

The housing market may be at greater risk than many of us thought. An economic trifecta is forming. If all three conditions hit at once, it could spell serious problems […]

Want to leave your nine-to-five for a “job” that gives you more time, flexibility, and potentially more money? Rentals could be your golden ticket to financial freedom. After tragedy turned […]

What might be the top three cash flow markets for investors in 2025? I not only looked at price and rent data to find out, but I also narrowed down […]

Ask one person; we’re already deep into a recession. Ask someone else; the economy’s fine—just don’t check your 401(k).  Truth is, whether we’re in a recession, heading toward one, or […]

Most people chasing FIRE (financial independence, retire early) are doing it all out of order, and it’s costing them years of financial freedom. So, we thought, “What’s the fastest way […]

Great cash flow is hard to come by in this market, but fortunately, there’s a strategy that can help you maximize your property’s rentable space and profits. In this episode, […]

Home prices could weaken, bringing big bargains to patient buyers who’ve been sitting on the sidelines. The housing market is seeing some turbulence, even if it remains more stable than […]

Watching mortgage rates bounce around over the past few weeks has been liable to give you whiplash. While the rest of the world was wringing its hands about stocks falling […]

What if you could predict how a housing market performs before buying there? This would allow you to invest only in the best areas across the US, putting money down […]

The market’s doing its rollercoaster thing again—and if your stomach’s doing flips, you’re not alone. But before you hit the panic button or cash out your 401(k), let’s take a […]

Managing rental properties on your own might seem like a smart way to maximize profits. No property manager means no extra fees, and who knows your property better than you?  […]

Real estate investing in 2025 has huge, underrated potential to make you wealthy—but hardly anyone is talking about it. As tariffs, mortgage rates, and stock market volatility take over the […]

If you bought and held 10 rental properties—each being paid down by tenants—imagine where you would be 10, 20, or 30 years from now. Financially free? Retired? Today’s guest isn’t […]

We’re coming off one of the wildest weeks in stock market history. How are retirees reacting to these massive swings? How should you adjust your FIRE portfolio in case there […]

Real estate typically requires a significant upfront investment, but what if you could buy new construction rental properties with little to no money down? By leveraging builder incentives, portfolio loans, […]

Early retirement in your 50s is a dream for most Americans, but today’s guest is sharing how she could have retired in her 40s, a decade earlier, if she had […]

Before President Trump’s tariff announcement sent markets into a tizzy, the big news in the real estate world was that the surging rate of delinquency on commercial mortgage-backed securities, most […]

Making $65,000 in yearly cash flow from three rental properties?! Today’s guests are on a mission to create generational wealth, and they’re doing it with an investing strategy YOU can […]

This high school football coach grew a real estate side hustle over the past four years that now replaces his W2 income. He did it making a median salary, all […]

Consumer confidence collapses, China flashes its “nuclear option,” Zillow goes after secret listings, and uh oh, renovations could get even pricier—what does it all mean for your investments? Americans are […]

When it comes to real estate investing, knowing the true value of a property is everything. Overpaying for a deal can destroy your returns while undervaluing a potential investment could mean […]

If you’ve been watching the markets and wondering why mortgage rates remain stubbornly high—despite whispers of economic softening—you’re not alone. It’s mid-April and many expected mortgage rate relief by now. […]

Is it possible to reach FIRE by 45, even on a teacher’s salary or an average income? Today’s guest is proving that, yes, you can retire early, regardless of your […]

You’ve got some money. You’ve got your strategy. You’ve even analyzed a bunch of rentals. But you still can’t find real estate deals that cash flow. What gives? Today, we’re […]

Does your rental property need some updating? Maybe you’re buying a house with unpermitted work, and you’ve got to go back and fix a few problems. Or, this could be […]

The average American loses over half a million dollars ($524,625, to be exact) to taxes over their lifetime. And let’s be honest: The average BiggerPockets reader probably pays several times […]

Tariffs are now on PAUSE! And just like that, the stock market is flying back up again. Is this a signal for us all to breathe a sigh of relief, […]

Large multifamily, for the most part, has been an “uninvestable” asset for the past few years. Tons of new inventory hitting the market, short-term loans coming due, rising expenses, and […]

America could be facing months of stagflation—a combination of high inflation, high unemployment, and slow economic growth—in light of President Trump’s economic policies. That’s according to former Federal Reserve president Bill […]

Could rentals give YOU financial freedom? Today’s guest took a giant leap of faith to invest in real estate, and it allowed her to quit her low-paying W2 job in […]

Inflation is eating away your net worth, and if you don’t do something about it, you could be worse off in the future. What’s the best inflation-proof investment to make […]

The path to FIRE (financial independence, retire early) isn’t easy. You’re working a lot, saving a lot, all while seeing many of your friends out traveling, buying new cars and […]

One of the most widely known tax hacks in the real estate investing world is the 1031 exchange.  Chances are, if you’ve read the famed Rich Dad, Poor Dad, like […]

What will likely happen to real estate during the next recession? I cannot see the future, and I’m sure to be wrong. But I’ll look at what happened in the […]

There’s no arguing that real estate and stocks are the two most proven ways to build wealth, but which one comes out on top in a race to FIRE? Stay […]

If you’re a real estate investor, chances are you’ve heard of the 1031 exchange. However, if you’ve never done one before, understanding how they work can be overwhelming. There are […]

Last week’s tariff announcement from the Trump administration put the stock market in a freefall. Major indexes are now past correction territory and on their way to crash status. But […]

Seeing investors with hundreds of rental units can be intimidating, but you DON’T need a massive real estate portfolio to achieve your financial goals. As you’re about to hear, buying […]

Just buy ONE rental property and watch your life change. Today’s guest was working multiple jobs, and a single property purchase allowed her to finally free up her weekends and […]

As the real estate market heats up in the spring, many first-time investors and seasoned landlords want to acquire new properties. While analyzing deals and securing financing are top priorities, […]

It seems like almost everyone has a strong opinion on the Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) that fits in with the partisan divisions that have become so prominent […]

You may not make six figures, but you want to achieve FIRE and retire early. You might be struggling to get by, let alone saving and investing to hit your […]

The housing market is finally giving buyers a break. Home prices aren’t crashing, but many of them are dropping, or stagnating, as homes sit on the market and seller confidence […]

Do you have around $25,000 saved? Good news—you can invest in real estate! There are several ways to get started, but which investing strategy reigns supreme? We’ll show you how […]

Mortgage delinquencies are up…or are they? One chart that’s been circulating on social media would have you believe that a growing number of homeowners are on the brink of foreclosure, […]

With countless investment options available today, choosing the right path to achieve your financial goals can feel overwhelming. Real estate remains one of the most reliable ways to build long-term […]

Over the past month, I’ve decided to make a big move that will greatly affect my real estate portfolio. This was a decision I made after seeing severe weakness in […]

Have high interest rates and home prices affected your ability to buy cash-flowing real estate deals? If you’re struggling to find properties that pencil out, you don’t want to miss […]

Would you delay your early retirement for years to feel safer and secure once you FIRE? That’s what Mark Trautman did, FIRE-ing before discovering the FIRE movement was even a […]

Julie Rose “semi-retired” at just 36 years old with only $500K, trading her corporate job for sunrise safaris in Africa, beach walks in Bali, and mid-day hikes in Mexico. With […]

From chasing down rent payments to coordinating maintenance and screening tenants, managing rental properties can become overwhelming as your portfolio grows. These tasks can quickly eat away at your time […]

Making $6,000 in monthly cash flow from just four rentals?! Given the current housing market, it seems impossible, but today’s guest is about to show you the secrets to building […]

Today’s guest makes $60,000 per MONTH the old-fashioned real estate investing way. He buys rentals you can find on any real estate listing site, uses his own money to invest, […]

Home prices are falling fast in some prime real estate markets across the country while others remain stubbornly stuck. What’s the defining factor between a stable housing market and one […]

Natural disasters seriously threaten rental properties, with hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and winter storms causing billions of dollars in yearly damages. For real estate investors, failing to prepare can lead to […]

After reaching an all-time high in 2007, single-family home prices collapsed 27.4% until hitting a low in 2012. Since then, the Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index has exploded by […]

Despite their limitations, individual retirement accounts (IRAs) are incredibly powerful. And you can do all kinds of creative tricks with them to build a huge nest egg, tax-free.  Try these […]

A secret blacklist? It sounds like something from a Netflix thriller. However, that’s the scenario unfolding when some condo owners have attempted to sell their homes and investments, according to […]

Many “experts” say you need a real estate LLC once you buy a rental property, but are they right? They also say you need money and great credit to invest […]

Home prices are falling fast in some prime real estate markets across the country while others remain stubbornly stuck. What’s the defining factor between a stable housing market and one […]

The stock market is shifting, and your portfolio needs to change NOW if you want to reach or stay FIRE (financial independence, retire early). Many early retirees are sitting anxiously, […]

Buying real estate with friends or business partners often seems like a good idea, but it can be an exasperating experience when it goes wrong. With homeownership and investing becoming […]

For homeowners and real estate investors, accessing home equity has traditionally been a long and tedious process—until now. With new digital lending solutions, tapping into home equity is faster and […]

Florida property taxes could drop to 0%. As the state struggles with some of the lowest affordability in the country, with home insurance almost doubling in five years and home […]

So, you want to invest in real estate…but where should you start? What’s the best type of rental property for a beginner? It’s easy to become overwhelmed by all the […]

Could hiring a financial advisor help you reach financial independence and retire early? This isn’t a popular move in the FIRE community, but it gave today’s guest peace of mind, […]

What’s the best rental property for the average investor? It’s not a single-family rental, it’s not a large apartment building, it’s not even a duplex or a triplex—it’s a “sweet […]

Are we headed right for a recession, or are stocks on sale? We don’t own a crystal ball, but Ricky Mulvey from The Motley Fool is capitalizing on the recent […]

Traditionally, young people have been desperate to leave their small towns and strike out for high-paying jobs in the big city. However, the exorbitant cost of city living has resulted […]

When uncertainty looms over the economy, investors face a difficult choice: stick with volatile markets or move toward stability. Stocks experience unpredictable swings, cryptocurrency remains speculative, and inflation erodes the […]

Want the time-tested investing strategy that will make you rich 10, 20, or 30 years from now? Despite market uncertainty, buying rentals is still a savvy move if you’re playing […]

This investor built a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio with low-money-down loans and little cash-to-close. Thanks to his smart “rinse and repeat” strategy, he’s quickly scaled from zero to 13 rental […]

Buyers are finally funneling back to the housing market thanks to recently lower mortgage rates. But, we’ve still got a BIG housing problem to fix—undersupply. What’s President Trump’s plan to […]

I want to build wealth through real estate, and I’m guessing you do too. But traditional real estate investing is not always convenient and easy to start into.  I’ve spent […]

My BiggerPockets forum post got some buzz when I published data on whether blue states “appreciate” more than red. My intention here is to expand on the original idea: Do […]

The housing market saw significant “softening” in February, with inventory rising, demand shrinking, and buyers regaining more control while sellers find themselves in a tough position. Why is this happening […]

Anyone can analyze a rental property, but if you’re not careful, it’s easy to overlook significant costs that wipe out your cash flow and put you in the red. Thankfully, […]

Is the 4% rule dead? Most FIRE-chasers are using this retirement rule completely wrong, and it could cost them their financial freedom. With stock prices falling and many Americans fearing […]

Below is an email transcript from a BiggerPockets Money listener who sent me a message about their personal financial situation and wanted my insights. We’ve used AI to edit the […]

Real estate is one of the most tax-advantaged investments in the country. With bonus depreciation, opportunity zone investing, 1031 exchanges, and more, investing in real estate is not only the […]

When I first started investing in real estate around 2006 (yeah, I know, not a great time to start), the biggest dangers to the industry were things like interest rate […]

In real estate, timing is everything. Right now, builders across the country are sitting on excess inventory, offering some of the most attractive discounts we’ve seen in years—up to 20% […]

A single-family home could give you some extra cash flow, but what if there was a way to make six-figure returns from “rentals” that breathe new life into your town? […]

Think you’ve blown your chances of achieving FIRE? You haven’t! Just ask Nik Johnson, who spent years growing his nest egg, only to have it completely wiped out with one […]

There’s a hidden passive income stream in your basement, backyard, or garage, and only one investing strategy can unlock it. More and more homeowners and landlords are using this strategy […]

You’ve worked so hard to finally achieve FIRE (financial independence, retire early); the last thing you want is your wealth to dwindle or disappear entirely. Unknown to most FIRE-chasers, four […]

The beauty of real estate investing is that different strategies can work for other people.  Do you love a challenge and bringing something from ugly to beautiful? Fix and flip […]

Recently, a fascinating discussion unfolded on the BiggerPockets forum. It concerns capital gains taxes and how homeowners who stay in their quickly appreciating homes are hit hard when it comes […]

House flipping can make you wealthy. Everyone has seen the TV shows, podcast interviews, and the high-priced renovations, even in their own neighborhoods. But what if where you live is […]

Stocks are struggling, recession fears are ramping up, and investors are starting to worry. The stock market has been falling for weeks, major indexes are down, and new (rapidly changing) […]

Think you can’t create cash flow in this housing market? Think again! Today’s guest will introduce you to a strategy that can take a regular rental property and maximize its […]

Immigration is a particularly contentious issue these days. It came in second amongst Republicans and fifth overall as the most important issue for voters in the 2024 election. (Unsurprisingly, the […]

Every year, Zillow releases its list of the top U.S. housing markets for 2025 based on projected home value growth, job trends, and buyer competition. For traditional real estate investors, […]

Short-term rentals (STRs) have become an increasingly popular investment strategy, with platforms like Airbnb and VRBO making it easier than ever to generate income from vacation and short-stay properties. Many […]

Stock prices are falling, and Americans are fearful. Tariffs, trade wars, economic tension, and interest rates are putting pressure on asset prices. Commercial real estate has already crashed, but the […]

Is it time to SELL your rental property? Not so fast! Bad cash flow isn’t the end of the world if you’re banking on appreciation, and there are several ways […]

Is your FI number TOO high? Whether you are ultra-conservative with your finances or want a lavish retirement lifestyle, setting a high bar could make your financial independence journey much […]